Panel Wirer

Vertiv Co; Burnfoot; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate of pay

25 days annual leave

Employer pension scheme

Access to Company Social Club

Incentivised Gym Membership

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Ireland is hiring a Panel Wirer for its Burnfoot site. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling electrical switchgear and ensuring high-quality standards. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in wiring and assembling electrical panels, with abilities in reading schematic diagrams and solving electrical issues. Competitive pay and generous benefits, including annual leave and a bonus scheme, are offered. Join a supportive team and advance your career.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical switchgear and related electromechanical equipment.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship standards.
• Work from technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

Skills

Wiring and assembling electrical panels

Reading schematic diagrams

Troubleshooting electrical connections

Assembly of mechanical equipment

On-field service work

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.

Apply now and take the next step in your career.

Vertiv is an equal opportunity employer.

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