Medium & Low Voltage Switchgear Test Manager

The Testing Manager is responsible for leading the testing function for MV and LV switchgear systems, ensuring all products meet technical specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements before delivery. This role oversees testing operations, factory acceptance testing (FAT), technical compliance, troubleshooting, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the testing team, including manpower planning, competency development, and performance management.
• Oversee routine, final, and factory acceptance testing (FAT) activities for MV and LV switchgear systems, including VCBs, RMUs, MSBs, MCCs, ATS panels, and capacitor banks.
• Ensure testing activities comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, and relevant IEC standards, including IEC 61439 and IEC 62271.
• Review single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring drawings, and protection diagrams to verify testing requirements and system functionality.
• Lead FAT sessions with customers, consultants, and contractors, ensuring all punch-list items are addressed and closed.
• Drive troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical, protection, control wiring, and interlocking issues, working closely with Engineering and QA teams.
• Ensure accurate and traceable test records, relay settings, inspection reports, and FAT documentation.
• Enforce electrical safety practices, including LOTO procedures, PPE compliance, and risk assessments.
• Analyse recurring defects and implement improvement initiatives to enhance quality and Right-First-Time performance.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience in MV/LV switchgear testing, protection, commissioning, or a related field, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of 11kV-33kV switchgear, RMUs, VCBs, ACBs, MCCBs, ATS systems, MCCs, protection schemes, CT/VT circuits, and control wiring.
• Hands-on experience with protection relay testing, secondary injection testing, and interpretation of protection settings and trip logic.
• Familiarity with IEC 61439 and IEC 62271 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Proven troubleshooting skills in complex electrical and control systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience conducting FAT sessions with customers, consultants, and contractors.
• Committed to safety, quality, accuracy, and meeting project deadlines.

Next Steps

You can submit your resume by applying below. If you're open to exploring other opportunities or would like to discuss your next career move, feel free to reach out to nicole@entalgroup.com.