Electrical Technician
About the Role
Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD) is looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for complex system builds within our electrical team, ensuring all work is completed to the correct sequence and specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Assembly and wiring of control panels
Wiring of sub-assemblies (e.g. junction boxes, electronic control units)
Machine wiring of large equipment, working to engineering drawings
Assembly and wiring of small, accurate components
About the role
What We’re Looking For
HNC qualification or equivalent certified trade apprenticeship
Strong experience in panel wiring and machine wiring, working to electrical drawings
Proven experience in electrical assembly and sub-assembly requirements
Experience in stripping, crimping, and terminating cables
A health and safety-conscious mindset
Ability to work as part of a team and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Why Join SMD?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading global engineering company. If you have the technical skills, hands-on experience, and a passion for electrical assembly, we’d love to hear from you!
What you will need
Required criteria
- HNC qualification or equivalent certified trade apprenticeship
- Strong experience in panel wiring and machine wiring, working to electrical drawings
- Proven experience in electrical assembly and sub-assembly requirements
- Experience in stripping, crimping, and terminating cables
SMD
For 50 years, SMD has partnered with pioneers in industry and science to take technology and engineering to places that people have never been.
We specialise in the design, manufacture and deployment of remotely operated and autonomous power and control solutions. They help our partners around the globe to harness the potential of the most challenging subsea environments with maximum safety, efficiency and sensitivity. Our collaboration has delivered 12 world-firsts on critical client projects, and our teams are always willing to break new ground, and work with a smile.

The power behind subsea pioneers. We collaborate with future-thinking companies to draw knowledge, wealth and prosperity from underwater environments. Together, our teams invent and engineer the answers to the toughest challenges in under water industry and science. Allowing for safe and efficient operations, while harnessing the potential of the most challenging subsea locations on the planet.

Our people. We don’t refer to our own employees as staff or personnel. They are ‘Our people’. ‘Our engineers’. ‘Our team’. ‘Our talent.’ Without our talented people, we would never progress as a company. They embody our values, and they mean everything to us. Whether we are talking directly to them, or about them—the value, attitude and intelligence of our people should be clear.
Our benefits
At Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD), we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support their well-being and professional growth. Our benefits include competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a company pension scheme to ensure financial security. We prioritize employee health with private medical insurance, wellness programs, and access to mental health support. Professional development is encouraged through training opportunities and career progression pathways. Additionally, we foster a positive work-life balance with flexible working options where possible. At SMD, we are committed to rewarding our team’s hard work and dedication with benefits that enhance both their personal and professional lives.
Health insurance
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Office perks
Employee development programs
Gym membership or wellness programs
Casual dress
Free parking
Cycle to work
Free work laptop
Referral bonus
Competitive salary
Life insurance
Free meals during shifts
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
Shopping Cashback
Annual Rise
Employee Recognition Scheme
Hybrid Working
Annual performance review
Culture of recognition
On the job learning
Progression opportunities
Access to Health & Wellbeing app
Long service awards
Staff celebration events
Electrical Technician
For 50 years, SMD has partnered with pioneers in industry and science to take technology and engineering to places that people have never been.
We specialise in the design, manufacture and deployment of remotely operated and autonomous power and control solutions. They help our partners around the globe to harness the potential of the most challenging subsea environments with maximum safety, efficiency and sensitivity. Our collaboration has delivered 12 world-firsts on critical client projects, and our teams are always willing to break new ground, and work with a smile.



