High Voltage (HV) Test Engineer | (m / w / d ) 100% | Region : Switzerland, Zurich

CONCAPE; Barcelona; Presencial; Confidencial; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a High Voltage Test Engineer in Barcelona. The role involves performing electrical tests and quality verifications on high-voltage cables and accessories. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience with high-voltage testing. Knowledge of safety standards and excellent analytical skills are required for this position.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical or Power Engineering.
• Proven experience with high-voltage tests on cables or switchgear.
• Knowledge of electrical measurement and HV safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine and type tests on HV cables and components.
• Document test reports and ensure traceability.
• Analyze test data and propose corrective actions.

Conocimientos

Electrical measurement principles

High-voltage safety standards

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Good communication in English

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Power Engineering

Herramientas

Resonant test sets

Impulse generators

PD detectors

Descripción del empleo

CONCAPE is a specialist recruitment consultancy (direct placement) focusing on recruitment in the core regions of Switzerland and Liechtenstein as well as in leading European niche markets.

For our client – a leading global industrial company that has been setting standards in high-voltage technology for over a century through innovation and quality – we are looking for a technically skilled and highly coordinated individual to fill the position of:

Test Engineer High Voltage (HV)

As a High Voltage Test Engineer, you will be responsible for performing electrical tests and quality verifications on high-voltage cables, accessories, and related components.

Tasks

• Perform routine and type tests on HV cables, joints, and terminations up to 500 kV according to IEC and customer standards.
• Conduct insulation resistance, partial discharge, AC/DC withstand, and tan δ (loss factor) tests.
• Prepare and document detailed test reports and ensure traceability of all results.
• Operate and maintain high-voltage test equipment and measurement systems.
• Support R&D and production teams with prototype testing and technical investigations.
• Analyze test data, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions.
• Ensure all tests comply with internal safety procedures and laboratory regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement of testing processes and test system upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification).
• Proven experience in high-voltage testing (factory or field testing) of cables, transformers, or switchgear.
• Strong knowledge of electrical measurement principles and HV safety standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.).
• Familiarity with HV test systems such as resonant test sets, impulse generators, and PD detectors.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good English communication skills (written and spoken).