Bench Wirer

Electrical Wirer / Panel Wirer – Defence 
Rugeley
Permanent
Competitive Salary + Bonus

About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Wirer / Panel Wirer
to join a growing engineering and manufacturing team supporting high-profile
Defence & Maritime projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled wiring technician with experience in
IPC-620 standards, control panel assembly, cable harnessing, and electrical testing to work within a highly regulated engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Wire and assemble electrical components, control panels, cable looms, and harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and build specifications.
• Install cable looms and electrical harnesses to customer and company standards.
• Carry out termination work including crimping, soldering, lacing, and cable preparation.
• Read and interpret detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and technical documentation.
• Work with a variety of connector types, conduit systems, trunking, and cable management solutions.
• Conduct functional, continuity, and insulation testing using bench test equipment (full training provided where required).
• Complete and maintain all production and quality documentation including MITPs, Traveller Documents, FAIRs, and QARs.
• Ensure all work complies with IPC-620 standards, internal build procedures, and customer specifications.
• Follow all site health & safety, environmental, quality, and security procedures.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives including 5S practices.

Skills & Experience Required
To be successful in this Electrical Wirer position, you should have:

• Previous experience working as an Electrical Wirer, Panel Wirer, Harness Technician, or Cable Assembly Technician. 
• Experience working within regulated industries such as Aerospace, Defence, Marine, Rail, Automotive, or Advanced Manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of MOD, IPC-620, and DEF-STAN wiring standards.
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances and detailed engineering instructions. 
• Competence using hand tools, electrical test meters, and production documentation. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within modular engineering teams. 
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. 
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification). 
• IPC-620 Certification preferred. 
• Previous experience supporting Maritime or Defence contracts is highly desirable. 
• Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and 5S methodologies.

Additional Information

• Some projects may require shift work, overtime, or travel within the UK.
• Security clearance may be required depending on project requirements.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities available.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge maritime and Defence engineering programmes.