Donal Boyle
Dundalk
Summary
Test Engineer skilled in Factory Acceptance Testing and electrical troubleshooting. Identifies wiring mistakes and faulty components to enhance product quality. Delivers clear technical reports and ensures compliance with industry standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Engineer
Hanley Energy
Dundalk, Co Louth
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure system compliance and functionality.
- Resolved issues identified during testing, contributing to quality assurance and reliability of final product.
- Write clear test reports and sign off on compliance documents.
- Inspected wiring and components, identifying and documenting mistakes and faults for resolution.
Retained Firefighter, Sub-station officer
Louth County Council Fire & Rescue
01.2020 - Current
- Led incident management as sub-station officer, instructed crew members, presented fire safety talks to schools and community groups, documented incidents for official reports, and coordinated with other agencies.
- Responded to emergency incidents, operated RTC equipment, and used BA to extinguish fires, effectively preventing their spread.
- Delivered emergency medical care, including CPR and trauma support, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
Test Engineer
Anord Mardix
Dundalk, Co Louth
08.2020 - 01.2024
- Identified and resolved issues during testing procedures to improve product quality and performance.
- Detected wiring mistakes, faulty parts, insulation issues to ensure compliance and reliability.
- Produced clear test reports and signed off on compliance documents to confirm adherence to standards.
- Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
Electrician
Activ8 Solar Energies
Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Connected solar arrays to electrical grids and battery storage, ran wiring and conduit, and set up inverters to facilitate reliable energy production.
- Installed and tested photovoltaic (PV) solar power systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Installed electrical wiring into commercial and residential buildings.
General Operative
Meegan Insulations
Drummond, Inniskeen, Monaghan
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Operated machinery and equipment safely, adhering to strict health and safety protocols.
- Installed air tightness membrane to enhance energy efficiency in buildings.
- Installed attic, wall, external, and floor insulation to improve overall thermal performance.
- Maintained a clean and organised work environment, upholding company’s cleanliness standards.
- Adapted to various roles and responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility.
Apprentice Electrician
MICO Electrical System
Newry
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Installed electrical wiring into commercial and residential buildings.
- Assisted in installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring and equipment to ensure operational safety.
- Measured, cut, and bent conduit, pulled electrical cables through walls, ceilings, and floors, and organised tools while clearing debris to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
- Adhered to company standards and HSE regulations for work site safety.
- Contributed to team efforts to achieve project goals to accomplish projects.
General Operative
Meegan Insulations
Drummond, Inniskeen, Monaghan
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Operated machinery and equipment safely, adhering to strict health and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organised work environment, upholding company’s cleanliness standards.
- Installed air tightness membrane across multiple building projects to optimise energy efficiency.
- Installed attic, wall, external, and floor insulation to improve thermal performance.
- Adapted to various roles and responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility.
Education
Health & Safety - Manufacturing industry
DKIT
Dundalk, LH01-2023
Electrical Apprenticeship -
01-2019
Sport Health & Fitness Course -
O’ Fiaich College
Dundalk, LH01-2013
Leaving Certificate -
Inver college
Carrickmacross, MN01-2012
Junior Certificate -
Inver college
Carrickmacross, MN01-2009
Dundalk Grammar School
Dundalk, LH01-2008
Skills
- Factory acceptance testing
- Functional testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical testing
- Quality assurance
- Technical reporting
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Electrical level 6 advanced certificate
- Level 4 Communications
- Safe Pass
- Level 6 Health & Safety in the manufacturing industry
- Emergency first responder
- Cardiac first responder advanced
- Level 6 certificate using breathing apparatus
- Level 6 certificate firefighting skills
- Level 6 certificate fire service pump operation
- Emergency Service Driving Standard (ESDS) certification
- Hydra effective decision making
- Level 6 Hazardous Materials
- Flood First Responder
- Managing Fire Service Incidents-Module One
- Managing Fire Service Incidents-Module Two
Timeline
Test Engineer
Hanley Energy
01.2024 - Current
Test Engineer
Anord Mardix
08.2020 - 01.2024
Retained Firefighter, Sub-station officer
Louth County Council Fire & Rescue
01.2020 - Current
Electrician
Activ8 Solar Energies
08.2019 - 01.2020
General Operative
Meegan Insulations
03.2019 - 08.2019
Apprentice Electrician
MICO Electrical System
03.2015 - 03.2019
General Operative
Meegan Insulations
08.2014 - 03.2015
Health & Safety - Manufacturing industry
DKIT
Electrical Apprenticeship -
Sport Health & Fitness Course -
O’ Fiaich College
Leaving Certificate -
Inver college
Junior Certificate -
Inver college
Dundalk Grammar School