Test Technician

Cel---Critical-Power; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CEL Critical Power in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Test Technician to ensure products meet quality, safety and performance specs through inspection, testing, troubleshooting and documentation on switchgear and PDUs.

On-site 7am–3:30pm EST; the role conducts functional, insulation resistance, continuity and operational tests, maintains test reports, and supports continuous improvement and corrective actions within a global power solutions leader.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 3+ years in Electrical Testing.
• Experience in product testing and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, electrical, and mechanical tests on low-voltage switchgear assemblies.
• Verify wiring, torque settings, and component installation against engineering drawings.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, and operational testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues identified during testing.
• Maintain test reports and quality records.

Skills

Electrical testing

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Test equipment operation

Customer interfacing

Education

Associate degree in electrical power distribution

+3 years experience in Electrical Testing

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

Hi-pot testers

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

CEL Critical Power is a global provider of mission-critical power solutions operating at the center of the AI, hyperscale data center and critical infrastructure ecosystem. An Irish-based manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear, controls and related products with over 40 years of experience, CEL is now firmly focused on supplying the global data center industry at scale. Operating from our 500,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Williamsburg, Virginia, we aim to double in size each year for the next three years.

Position Purpose

The Test Technician ensures products meet established quality, safety, and performance requirements through inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation activities on switchgear, PDUs, and related power distribution products.

*Position is on-site in Williamsburg VA from 7am - 3:30pm EST

Key Responsibilities

• Perform functional, electrical, and mechanical tests on low-voltage switchgear assemblies.
• Verify wiring, torque settings, and component installation against engineering drawings.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, and operational testing.
• Participate in FAT, FOK, and FWT customer testing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues identified during testing.
• Maintain test reports, quality records, and non-conformance documentation.
• Operate and maintain test equipment including multimeters, insulation testers, and hi-pot testers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures including PPE and Lockout/Tagout requirements.

• Associate’s degree in electrical power distribution or related field OR +3 years’ experience working in an Electrical Testing role.
• Experience in product testing, and inspection.
• Experience working within a Manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Expertise in power distribution products such as switchgear, switchboards, PDUs, RPPs etc.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and multitasking capability.
• Professional communication skills suitable for interfacing with customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• NFPA 70E Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of UL891, UL62368-1, UL508A, UL67, UL1008, UL1008S and UL1558 standards.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards and regulations, including UL, NEMA, ANSI, NETA, and NFPA 70E.

Why Join CEL Critical Power?

Join a Trusted Industry Leader – 42 Years of Excellence
CEL has been delivering high-quality, bespoke power distribution solutions for over four decades, with products that stand the test of time.

Be Part of a Global Expansion
With CEL launching its first US manufacturing plant, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects and documentation standards while collaborating with colleagues across North America.

Collaborate with World-Class Engineers, Vendors & Industry Experts
You’ll work alongside leading engineers, project managers, document controllers, product managers, and global vendors, ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL’s international teams.

Shape the Future of CEL – Critical Power
This is more than just an operator role—it’s an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.

Competitive Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
We offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CEL Critical Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and high-performing workplace. We strongly believe that seeking out and hiring the most diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create an exceptional and innovative environment for our employees, which will deliver excellence in service to our customers. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience to join this multicultural, hard-working team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.