Panel Electrician / Switchgear Technician (Bahrain)

About the role

We are seeking experienced Panel Electricians, Switchgear Technicians, and Panel Wiring Technicians to join our industrial manufacturing facility in Bahrain. You will be responsible for assembling, wiring, testing, and commissioning low‑voltage electrical control panels, switchboards, and distribution systems for utility and industrial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and test Electrical Control Panels, Switchboards, MCCs, and Distribution Boards.
• 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, SLDs, and control schematics.
• Perform point‑to‑point wiring, cable dressing, ferruling, gland termination, and labeling.
• Conduct functional, continuity, and insulation resistance testing before dispatch.
• Diagnose and rectify wiring faults and electrical issues during assembly and testing.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, IEC standards, and company quality procedures.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

Required profile

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

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits and control wiring.
• Understanding of electrical protection systems and LV switchgear.
• Proficiency with multimeters, insulation testers, crimping and wire‑stripping tools, and power tools.
• Ability to wire PLC and VFD panels.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and single‑line diagrams.
• Familiarity with components such as MCBs, MCCBs, ACBs, contactors, relays, timers, SMPS, terminal blocks, CTs, and protection relays.

What we offer

• Salary: BD 200–220 (negotiable based on experience) plus overtime.
• Free accommodation and transportation.
• Employment visa, joining ticket, and overtime opportunities.
• Dynamic industrial panel manufacturing environment with utility and industrial projects.