Panel Wirer

Vertiv Group Corporation; Burnfoot; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Employer pension scheme

Life assurance

Company Social Club

Gym membership (incentivised)

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Job summary

Vertiv Burnfoot site in Co.Donegal seeks an experienced Panel Wirer to join a skilled team. You will wire LV/MV switchgear and assemble control panels from engineering drawings, working within a safety-focused manufacturing environment in Ireland.

Reporting to Production Managers, you will test panels, perform thermal inspections, and mentor others while maintaining quality and timely delivery on site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience wiring and assembling electrical panels.
• Ability to read and follow schematic diagrams accurately.
• Experience ensuring proper electrical connections and troubleshooting.
• Experience assembling mechanical equipment and electromechanical systems.
• On-field service work / onsite installations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical switchgear and related equipment per drawings and schedules.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship in factory and at customer sites.
• Work from schematics, manuals and drawings for precise assembly.
• Contribute to fitting and constructing parts for integration.
• Perform mechanical/electrical maintenance and site modifications.

Skills

Panel wiring

Schematic reading

Electrical testing

On-site service

Mechanical assembly

Tools

RAMS awareness

Job description

At Vertiv, we empower the people who power the future. Our greatest asset is our people, which is why we’ve built a world-class team of Chartered Engineers across our manufacturing facilities spanning three continents. With over 30 years of expertise in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we specialise in technical services, project management, and unparalleled customer support, ensuring excellence in every client’s project.

Due to continued success and growth, we have immediate opportunities for experienced Panel Wirers to join our team at our Burnfoot site in Co.Donegal. As a Panel Wirer, you will be a hands-on member of a skilled and supportive shop-floor team, responsible for the electrical wiring and mechanical assembly of LV/MV switchgear and control panels.

Reporting to the Production Manager and Supervisors, you will work directly from engineering drawings, schematics, and production schedules to build high-quality, safety-critical assemblies.

This role is suited to a practical, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in precision workmanship, maintains high safety and quality standards, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In return, Vertiv offers ongoing technical training, strong team support, and clear opportunities to develop and progress your career within one of Ireland’s leading engineering companies.

Key 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.
• Contribute to the fitting, building, and construction of various parts for seamless component 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.
• Complete testing of panels, up to and including current injection testing.
• Supporting and mentoring team members, sharing technical expertise and best practices.
• Reporting on any substandard, malfunctioning, or defective parts.
• Selecting, measuring and modifying components to ensure proper fit.
• Carrying out MTOs and order materials for allocated tasks, both internally and for site works.
• Assembling prototype and development units in collaboration with supervisors and managers.
• Conducting thermal imaging inspections and compile reports.

Please note the above duties and responsibilities are not intended to be an exhaustive list. To achieve business objectives, other duties may be included at the discretion of the department manager.

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in wiring and assembling electrical panels.
• Ability to read and follow schematic diagrams accurately.
• Experience in ensuring proper electrical connections and troubleshooting issues.
• Proven experience in the assembly of mechanical equipment and electromechanical systems.
• Previous experience in on-field service work / onsite installations.

Desirable Skills, Qualification and Experience:

• Knowledge of both Electrical and Mechanical systems.
• Experience in LV/MV switchgear manufacturing.
• Previous experience in on-field service work / onsite installations.
• Familiarity with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Why Join us?

• Competitive rate of pay with Bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Employer pension scheme and Life assurance.
• Access to our Company Social Club.
• Incentivised Gym Membership & Cycle-to-Work Scheme.

Vertiv is an equal opportunity employer

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