Assembly Technician
Location: Brighouse
Hours: 45 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Hourly rate : £15.00 - 18.75 per hour (depending on experience)
Join us in building the next generation of electric commercial vehicles.
Electra Commercial Vehicles is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of zero-emission commercial vehicles. We design, build, refurbish and repower electric trucks for customers across the UK and internationally.
We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Vehicle Assembly Technicians/Chassis Fitter to join our growing Production Team in Brighouse.
This is not a repetitive production line role. Every vehicle we build is different. You'll work on bespoke electric trucks, specialist commercial vehicles, prototype builds and vehicle refurbishments, assembling complete vehicles from the chassis upwards.
If you enjoy solving engineering challenges, working with your hands and taking pride in building high-quality vehicles, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an Assembly Technician, you'll play a key role in assembling complete electric commercial vehicles and specialist equipment.
Working closely with our Engineering and Production teams, you'll install mechanical, structural and electrical systems to produce high-quality, low-volume vehicles ready for customer delivery.
This is a varied and rewarding position where practical ability, common sense and attention to detail are just as important as previous experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble complete electric commercial vehicles from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Install chassis components, suspension, steering and braking systems.
- Fit body structures, fabricated components, subframes and ancillary equipment.
- Install hydraulic, pneumatic and pipework systems.
- Install electric motors, battery systems, cooling systems and high-voltage cabling (training provided where required).
- Assemble vehicle interiors, lighting, body panels and finishing components.
- Interpret engineering drawings and identify practical improvements during assembly.
- Work alongside our Engineering team on prototype and development vehicles.
- Use a wide range of hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintain exceptional standards of workmanship, quality and presentation throughout every build.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures.
- Support colleagues and contribute to a positive, professional workshop environment.
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for experienced, practical people who enjoy building vehicles and solving problems.
You may currently be working as a:
- Chassis Fitter
- Vehicle Assembly Technician
- HGV Technician
- Coachbuilder
- Mechanical Fitter
- Plant Fitter
- Agricultural Engineer
- Trailer Builder
- Motorsport Technician
- Mechanical Assembly Technician
- Specialist Vehicle Builder
You should have:
- At least 2 years' experience in vehicle assembly, commercial vehicles, coachbuilding or mechanical fitting.
- Excellent practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and pride in producing quality workmanship.
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to learn new skills and develop within the electric vehicle industry.
Desirable Experience
- Commercial vehicle or specialist vehicle manufacturing.
- Coachbuilding or trailer assembly.
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Fabrication or MIG/TIG welding.
- Electric or hybrid vehicle assembly.
- Prototype or low-volume manufacturing.
- Electrical installation or high-voltage systems (training provided).
Why Join Electra?
Electra Commercial Vehicles is helping shape the future of zero-emission transport.
Unlike traditional production environments, no two vehicles are the same. Every day brings a different challenge—from prototype electric trucks and complete vehicle refurbishments to bespoke customer builds and cutting-edge engineering projects.
You'll work alongside a skilled team where your ideas, craftsmanship and attention to detail genuinely make a difference.
If you enjoy building vehicles, solving engineering problems and seeing your work on the road, this is an opportunity to be part of one of the UK's most innovative electric vehicle manufacturers.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate
- Company pension
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Birthday leave
- GP24 Healthcare
- Eye care vouchers
- One paid volunteering day each year
- Employee referral scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Modern workshop and facilities
- Ongoing training and career development
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric commercial vehicles
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
