Control Panel / Equipment Test Engineer

Location: St Helens

Up to £42,000 (banding dependent)

Days only - Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:30, Fri 8:00-14:00

We're supporting a leading engineering & maintenance provider with the recruitment of a Control Panel / Equipment Test Engineer to join their St Helens site. This role offers the opportunity to work on varied projects across multiple sectors, including chemical, power, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation panels/systems (in-house and on-site).
• Ensuring all work meets customer specifications, deadlines, and compliance standards.
• Liaising directly with customers on-site to oversee and sign off works.
• Supporting the build and wiring of control panels when required.
• Carrying out site visits for modifications and upgrades to existing/new panels.
• Occasional small bore pipe pressure testing.

About You

• Time-served electrician or instrument technician.
• City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection.
• City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition).
• Experienced in testing and commissioning industrial control panels, instrumentation, and control panel wiring.
• Knowledge of 3-phase systems, MCC control panels, PLCs, and schematic drawings.
• Strong customer-facing and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £42,000 depending on experience.
• Days-only role with an early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 days.
• Company pension scheme - 5% employer contribution (after 3 months).
• Private medical insurance & dental plan.
• Opportunity to work for a market-leading engineering & maintenance business with strong career progression potential.

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