Switchgear Test Technician - Quality & Safety Focus

Vertiv Co; Ireland; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Co is seeking a Test Team Operative Technician to support safe, accurate testing of LV and HV switchgear. You will work closely with production and project teams to uphold quality, safety, and documentation standards.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, strong communication, and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. You will participate in FAT/FWT activities and ensure timely reporting of test results.

Qualifications

• Experience with LV switchgear and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with proactive approach to tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety for personnel during live testing.
• Ensure tools and test equipment are safe and inspected.
• Conduct predefined electrical tests on LV/HV switchgear.
• Accurately record test results in digital and paper formats.
• Verify results align with predefined values and document findings.
• Upload and manage test reports in the system repository.
• Assist with fault diagnosis and remedial actions as needed.
• Use Change Order system to flag design issues and mark drawings.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and CAD team to process Change Orders.
• Attend pre-FAT/FWT handover meetings with Project Managers.
• Attend FATs/FWTs with clients and customers.

Skills

LV switchgear

Switchgear control

Engineering drawings

Communication

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

CAD software

Change Order system

Test data system

Data repository

Job description

Vertiv Co is seeking a Test Team Operative Technician to support safe, accurate testing of LV and HV switchgear. You will work closely with production and project teams to uphold quality, safety, and documentation standards.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, strong communication, and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. You will participate in FAT/FWT activities and ensure timely reporting of test results.