Job title: Control Panel Wireman
Job type: Permanent
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £45,000.00
Location: Solihull

Job Description

We are looking for a Control Panel Wireman to join a growing industrial controls and automation team. This role is hands-on, focusing on wiring, assembling, and testing industrial control panels. The ideal candidate will have experience working with low-voltage control systems and industrial automation components.

Key Responsibilities for Control Panel Wireman

  • Wire and assemble control circuits according to schematics.
  • Route, terminate, and crimp cables, including lugs and connectors.
  • Connect VFDs, relays, contactors, and PLC terminals.
  • Work with PLCs, HMIs, terminal blocks, control transformers, and safety circuits.
  • Apply knowledge of electrical panel wiring and LV switchgear principles.
  • Assist with panel build, testing, and commissioning preparation.
  • Ensure work meets BS 7671 / 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and company quality standards.

Required Skills & Experience for Control Panel Wireman

Essential:

  • Experience in industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
  • Ability to work from schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawings.
  • Experience with LV switchgear, VFDs, PLCs, relays, and contactors.
  • Understanding of control circuits and safety systems.
  • Knowledge of crimping, lugs, cable routing, and terminations.
  • Electrical training or apprenticeship preferred (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

  • Experience with PLC/HMI installation.
  • Experience working on industrial automation or instrumentation projects.
  • Familiarity with international control panel standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
  • Career progression in panel wiring and control systems.
  • Training and development in industrial automation and LV systems.