Electrical Technician (Machine Builder)

Job Title: Electrical Technician (Machine Builder)

Description

We are hiring for our client, an innovative and expanding automation and machine-building specialist based in Virginia, Co. Cavan. Due to continued growth and increasing project demand, they are seeking an Electrical Technician (Machine Builder) to strengthen their electrical team.

This Experienced Electrical Technician role offers the opportunity to join a highly technical automation business delivering bespoke machinery and automation solutions to industry. Working directly under the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key part in machine builds, panel wiring, site installations and supporting technicians with technical challenges.

With significant expansion planned at the Virginia site, this position has a clear pathway to develop into a Senior role within the next 1–2 years.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. €50,000 – €60,000 salary depending on experience

2. Clear progression to Senior level as the site continues to grow

3. 70% workshop / 30% site split – varied and hands-on role

The Role

• Work closely with the Senior Electrical Engineer to support workshop and site activities
• 70% workshop-based – machine building, electrical wiring and panel building
• Assist with and produce low-level EPLAN schematics
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians
• 30% site-based – installations, commissioning and resolving on-site snags
• Travel to customer sites (typically 1–2 weeks depending on project scope)
• Interpret and follow electrical drawings and schematics confidently

The Person

• Qualified Electrical Engineer or time-served, experienced Electrician
• Strong background in machine building and panel wiring
• Comfortable working independently on-site during installations
• Ability to read and follow electrical schematics
• Experience with EPLAN or similar electrical design software desirable
• Flexible and willing to travel for project work

The Rewards

• Competitive salary €50,000 – €60,000 (DOE)
• Clear long-term progression into a Senior role
• Opportunity to work on bespoke automation and machinery projects
• Join a growing, ambitious engineering business with strong future plans

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

For further information and to apply for this Electrical Engineer / Experienced Electrician job, please contact Dominic Heron on +353 15255632 / 07458 160121, email dominic@huntersavage.com or send a private message via LinkedIn.

At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep expertise across Engineering & Operations throughout the UK & Ireland. We build long-term partnerships with both employers and professionals, providing expert, confidential advice to support career growth and business success.

Salary details are a guide and may vary depending on experience and expertise. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.