Panel Electrician / Switchgear Technician – Bahrain

About the role

We are seeking experienced Panel Electricians, Switchgear Technicians, and Panel Wiring Technicians to join our industrial panel manufacturing facility in Bahrain. The role involves assembling, wiring, testing and commissioning low‑voltage control panels, switchboards and distribution systems for utility and industrial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble, wire and test electrical control panels, switchboards, motor control centres (MCC) and distribution boards (DB).
• Install components such as MCBs, MCCBs, ACBs, contactors, relays, timers, PLCs, VFDs, SMPS, terminal blocks, CTs and protection relays.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, GA drawings, single‑line diagrams (SLD) and control schematics.
• Perform point‑to‑point wiring, cable dressing, ferruling, gland termination and proper labeling.
• Conduct functional, continuity and insulation resistance testing and carry out final panel inspections.
• Diagnose and rectify wiring faults and electrical issues during assembly and testing.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, IEC standards, quality and safety requirements.

Required profile

• ITI/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in utility, industrial panel building or switchgear manufacturing.
• Proven experience with panel assembly, wiring, testing and commissioning of control panels, MCC, PLC and distribution boards.
• GCC experience is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits and control wiring.
• Understanding of electrical protection systems and low‑voltage switchgear.
• Proficiency with multimeters, insulation testers, crimping tools, wire‑stripping tools and power tools.
• Ability to wire PLC and VFD panels.
• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, GA drawings, SLDs and control schematics.

What we offer

• Salary BD 200–220 per month plus overtime (negotiable based on experience).
• Free accommodation and transportation.
• Employment visa and joining ticket provided.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Work in an industrial panel manufacturing and switchgear assembly environment.