Auto Electrician Engineer - Design&Install - Custom-Built …, Galway

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Sídheán Teo , we don’t just build vehicles - we engineer specialist fire engines and emergency response solutions that help firefighters save lives. Every appliance we produce is designed for purpose, reliability, and performance in the moments that matter most.

We are looking for an experienced Auto Electrician / Auto Electrical Technician to join our specialist build team. This role offers the opportunity to work on bespoke fire engines, where electrical systems are carefully designed, installed, and integrated to support critical life‑saving operations.

From custom wiring and control systems to lighting, communications, and onboard equipment, your work will help ensure that firefighters have the tools, technology, and reliability they depend on when responding to emergencies. You’ll work closely with fabrication and mechanical teams to bring complex electrical systems together into vehicles that are fit for purpose, dependable, and ready for the frontline.

This is a role for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, working independently, and delivering high‑quality electrical work on specialist builds, and who takes pride in knowing their craft contributes to helping emergency services protect communities and save lives.

Ready for a role that helps impact lives?

The Role at a Glance Negotiable Salary Depending on Experience

Full Time - Permanent

Company: Specialised emergency services vehicles. 7+ Key Sectors Emergency Services

Pedigree: 25+ Years Experience Since 2000

Experience:

Auto Electrician, Auto Electrical Technician, Vehicle Electrician, Automotive Electrical Technician, Vehicle Electrical Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer.

About Us Sídheán Teo specialises in bespoke vehicle builds and specialist conversions, delivering high-quality custom vehicle solutions tailored to specific operational requirements.

With a strong reputation for craftsmanship, technical expertise and attention to detail, the team works across a wide range of specialist builds, combining mechanical engineering, fabrication and advanced vehicle electrical systems to create reliable and innovative vehicle solutions.

Every project is different, meaning technicians have the opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting builds, contributing to a collaborative team environment focused on quality and precision.

The Auto Electrician / Auto Electrical Technician Role As part of the specialist build team, you will work on custom and bespoke vehicle projects, installing and configuring electrical and electronic systems tailored to specific client requirements.

This role involves working on bespoke and non‑standard vehicle builds, where attention to detail, problem‑solving, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Work independently on specialist and bespoke vehicle builds

Install, fit, and wire electrical and electronic components to suit custom vehicle specifications

Interpret and work from wiring diagrams, schematics, and build documentation

Design and adapt wiring solutions where standard looms are unavailable

Diagnose, fault‑find, and resolve electrical issues across 12V and 24V systems

Use diagnostic equipment to test, configure, and programme electrical components

Ensure all installations are neat, reliable, compliant, and fit for purpose

Collaborate with fabrication, mechanical, and build teams during vehicle builds

About You You are an experienced technician who enjoys hands‑on technical work, problem‑solving, and delivering high‑quality craftsmanship.

You’re comfortable working independently but also value being part of a skilled workshop team delivering complex builds.

Qualified Automotive Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic Technician

Proven experience in a similar auto electrical role

Strong knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, including bespoke installations

Ability to read, interpret, and create wiring diagrams

Excellent fault‑finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to manage tasks and meet project deadlines

Experience using diagnostic and programming equipment

Experience with specialist vehicle builds or conversions

Commercial vehicles, fleet builds, or custom bodywork projects

Ancillary systems such as lighting, cameras, beacons, inverters, PTOs, and CAN systems

What’s On Offer

Competitive pay based on experience

Long‑term, stable position with a growing specialist company

Opportunities for continued training and career development

A varied workload working on unique bespoke vehicle projects

Supportive team and well‑equipped workshop environment

Interested?

If you take pride in precision, thrive on solving complex electrical challenges, and want your work to have a real‑world impact, this is more than just another workshop role. Every wire you route, every system you install, and every fault you solve helps ensure that firefighters can rely on their equipment when lives are on the line.

Join Sídheán Teo and be part of a team building the fire engines that support those who protect our communities.

If you’re ready to apply your skills to work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help power the vehicles that help save lives.

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