Electrical Technician
Permanent, Full-Time
Vaxholm, Stockholm
Who we are
JFD is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions and services. Operating worldwide, the company is the world’s leading provider of submarine rescue capability and an established provider of submarine escape training. The company is at the forefront of Hyperbaric Rescue, along with being the leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems to the commercial industry.
JFD Sweden – part of a Global James Fisher Group
James Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. We help our customers deliver on their promises safely, efficiently, and responsibly. With a strong heritage built on our people and innovation, we are embedding sustainability across our business.
Our strategy, centered around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy.
- Our Energy Division offers safe, sustainable products and services for oil, gas, and renewables.
- The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support for defence and commercial diving markets.
- Maritime Transport leads in global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship transfer services.
Together, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.
About the Role
Join our dynamic Production Workshop team as an Electrical Technician! In this role, you'll be at the heart of assembling, manufacturing, maintaining, and testing cutting-edge JFD Sweden products. You'll work closely with our Workshop Manager, Production Manager, and Team Leads to ensure our products meet the highest quality standards and adhere to all QA processes. If you're passionate about precision and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Role Responsibilities
- Install and assemble electrical subassemblies (junction boxes, motor controller enclosures, cabling, etc.).
- Perform soldering tasks (experience required, certification desirable).
- Assemble prototype circuit boards and crimp cables.
- Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests and checks before and after sea tests.
- Assist at Harbour and Sea Acceptance Tests.
- Maintain a neat and orderly workspace, including tools and assets.
- Ensure high-quality assembly, testing, and installation work.
- Conduct quality assurance testing in accordance with AITP, including certification and writing deviation reports.
- Work safely and reliably at all times.
- Effectively manage workload to meet schedules and customer requirements, while communicating and adapting to changing circumstances.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience in demanding technology, quality, and safety environments.
- Assembly of prototype circuit boards, soldering (IPC-A-610, FSD5115), and cable crimping (IPC-A-620).
- Accreditation in electrical work (AL, BB1, BB2) is favorable but not essential.
- Experience with navigation sensors and systems, including configuration and acceptance testing.
- Proficient in reading, understanding, and maintaining written instructions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Swedish.
- Ability to work effectively within a team, manage own timescales, and follow management instructions.
- Systematic, methodical, and excellent attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
- Flexible for travel to local or overseas sites if required.
- The successful candidate will be a Swedish citizen deemed eligible for Swedish security clearance
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!
We are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here