Electrician: Switchgear & Panel Assembly

Vertiv; Burnfoot; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Burnfoot, Co. Donegal is seeking skilled Electricians to join a dynamic team.

You will be responsible for electrical wiring and mechanical assembly of LV/MV switchgear and control panels, ensuring compliance with drawings, schedules, and quality standards in both factory and customer site environments. The role offers opportunities to work on electrical switchgear assemblies and electromechanical systems, with a focus on safe practices and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Electrical Qualification and an Engineering Apprenticeship with AM2 or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical switchgear manufacture or similar.
• Experience in field service work / on-site installations.
• Current 17th Edition Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assembling electrical switchgear and related electromechanical equipment based on engineering drawings and production schedules.
• Maintaining high-quality workmanship standards both in the factory and at customer premises.
• Working from technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to ensure precise assembly.
• Contributing to the fitting, building, and construction of components for seamless integration.
• Conducting mechanical and electrical maintenance, including site modifications and thermal imaging inspections.
• Ensuring a clean, safe working environment while adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Completing testing of panels, including current injection testing.
• Supporting and mentoring team members, sharing technical expertise and best practices.
• Reporting on substandard, malfunctioning, or defective parts.

Skills

Electrical switchgear

On-site installation

Electrical testing

Thermal imaging

Team mentoring

Education

City & Guilds Electrical Qualification

Engineering Apprenticeship AM2

17th Edition Certification

Job description

Vertiv in Burnfoot, Co. Donegal is seeking skilled Electricians to join a dynamic team.

You will be responsible for electrical wiring and mechanical assembly of LV/MV switchgear and control panels, ensuring compliance with drawings, schedules, and quality standards in both factory and customer site environments. The role offers opportunities to work on electrical switchgear assemblies and electromechanical systems, with a focus on safe practices and hands-on problem solving.