Full job descriptionAs a Junior Electrical Engineer in Knutsford, you will work closely with Mechanical and Electrical teams to produce, develop and manufacture complex systems. You will contribute to day-to-day activities that help keep projects moving and support reliable manufacturing operations.
Client Details
Based in Knutsford, Cheshire, our client specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of domestic and commercial lifts, the company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including home lifts, through-floor lifts, platform lifts, wheelchair lifts and step lifts. It also provides professional servicing, repairs, maintenance and modernisation to ensure long-term reliability and peace of mind.


With a strong heritage in British manufacturing, all lifts are designed and manufactured at its Cheshire premises by an experienced team of engineers and skilled craftspeople. A commitment to quality, safety and continuous innovation has helped establish the company as a trusted name within the lift industry.


At the heart of the business is a passion for improving accessibility, independence and quality of life. By combining decades of engineering expertise with a personal approach to customer service, the company continues to deliver practical, reliable and thoughtfully designed lifting solutions for homes and public spaces across the UK and internationally.
Description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Junior Electrical Engineer to support our clients engineering and production teams. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electronic repair, circuit design, documentation generation, and basic programming (C++), along with the ability to provide first-level technical support to internal and external customers. The role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Core responsibilities of the role:
Perform assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic and electrical systems and components.
*Assist in the design, development, and prototyping of new electronic circuits and sub-systems.
*Generate and maintain technical documentation, including test reports, assembly procedures, schematics, and bills of materials.
*Provide first-level customer and production support, including diagnosing and resolving product-related issues.
*Collaborate with design engineers to implement design changes and improvements based on production feedback.
*Support software integration and testing using C++ or similar programming tools.
*Conduct root cause analysis for product or process failures and implement corrective actions.
*Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards throughout all work processes.
*Assist with the calibration and maintenance of and associated records for test equipment and tools.


Profile
A successful ’Junior Electrical Engineer’ should have:
*HNC/HND or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
*Proven experience in electronic repair, testing, and troubleshooting at component and board level.
*Familiarity with electronic design tools is advantageous.
*Basic to intermediate C++ programming skills for embedded systems or test automation.
*Experience with document control systems and generation of technical documentation.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
*Excellent communication and customer service abilities.


Job Offer
*Permanent Junior Electrical Engineer position in Knutsford.
*Salary of £32,000
*22 days’ holiday per year, plus statutory bank holidays and a birthday day off.
*Company pension scheme.
*Two years’ salary death-in-service benefit from day one of employment.
*Additional holiday entitlement after five years’ service.
*Length of service is rewarded with additional benefits.
If you’re interested in this role, apply now.
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