Technician

Job Description Summary

Working within a Lean manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in delivering production requirements while supporting continuous improvement, flexible working practices and cross-functional collaboration.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician or engineering professional who enjoys problem solving, fault finding and hands-on technical work, and who wants to develop their skills within a global technology and manufacturing organisation.

Job Description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assembling and testing Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) instruments and subassemblies.
• Using specialist test equipment and computer software to monitor, diagnose and repair equipment under test.
• Assembling, installing and testing communications modules within DGA instruments.
• Carrying out fault diagnosis, testing and repair to ensure equipment meets required specifications and quality standards.
• Performing calibration testing of reference and test equipment.
• Working from engineering drawings, procedures, specifications and associated documentation.
• Training colleagues on assembly and test processes, supporting knowledge sharing and team development.
• Coordinating with the assembly, test and shipping teams to sequence and prioritise daily customer requirements.
• Supporting the planning and scheduling of production build sequences to meet customer and business requirements.
• Liaising with key stakeholders including Team Leaders, Engineering and other internal departments within the factory.
• Working collaboratively across different areas of the operation to support flexible working practices.
• Contributing to production, quality and operational targets.
• Supporting Lean manufacturing principles, including single-piece flow, 5S and standard work.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events, identifying opportunities to improve processes, quality and efficiency.
• Working safely and in accordance with all relevant Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) procedures and company requirements.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering, or relevant experience in the testing, analysis and repair of DGA equipment.
• Proven ability to use test equipment and computer software to monitor, diagnose and repair equipment.
• Strong fault-finding, testing and repair skills, ideally within electrical/electronic equipment.
• Ability to read, understand and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience performing calibration testing of reference and test equipment.
• Practical experience with cabling and wiring assembly, board soldering and crimping techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to demonstrate initiative and creative thinking.
• Computer literate, with a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and key stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexibly across different areas of the operation as business demand requires.
• Willingness to cross-train and develop additional technical skills to support flexible work practices.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, including single-piece flow, 5S and standard work.
• Experience participating in and contributing to continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events.

Personal Characteristics

We are looking for someone who is:

• Technically curious and enjoys understanding how equipment works.
• Analytical and methodical, with a structured approach to fault diagnosis and repair.
• Quality focused, with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and solutions focused, taking ownership of problems and driving them through to resolution.
• A strong team player who is willing to share knowledge and support colleagues.
• Adaptable and flexible, with a positive approach to cross-training and changing business priorities.
• Committed to continuous improvement and Lean ways of working.

Additional Information

Location: Lisburn - Northern Ireland

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Thursday: 6:45am to 3:30pm and Friday: 6:45am to 12:30pm

Why This Role Matters

The Technician plays a critical role in delivering high-quality DGA instruments that meet customer requirements for performance, reliability and quality.

By combining technical expertise, problem-solving capability and Lean manufacturing practices, you will directly contribute to production performance, product quality and on-time customer delivery.

You will also can develop your technical knowledge, train and support colleagues, and contribute to improvements that make a real difference to the manufacturing operation.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within a global technology and manufacturing organisation.
• A role focused on advanced electrical and electronic equipment and DGA technology.
• A supportive team environment focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for technical development, cross-training and career progression.
• The opportunity to contribute to Lean manufacturing and Kaizen improvement activities.
• A role where your technical skills and problem-solving expertise can make a direct impact on customer satisfaction and operational performance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Inclusion and Diversity

Creating an inclusive work environment is very important to us. By valuing the ideas, experience and contributions of a diverse workforce, we encourage and inspire our people to grow, develop and achieve success.

We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, feel a sense of belonging and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across approximately 100 countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

About GE VernovaElectrification Segment

GE Vernova’s Electrification segment includes Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Solar and Storage Solutions, -collectively referred to as Electrification Systems -and digital technologies, referred to as Electrification Software. The solutions offered by this segment are essential for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity from point of generation to point of consumption.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No