Automation Fitter, Federal VET Diploma
Precision meets innovation
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Fascinated by technology and love solving problems? As an automation fitter with Federal VET Diploma, you’re responsible for the heart of modern machines – from wiring to functional testing.
By completing an apprenticeship as an automation fitter with Federal VET Diploma at Equans Switzerland, you’ll become an expert in electrical control systems and automation technology. Whether you work in the workshop, on switchgear construction or on construction projects – your work is varied and always hands-on. You learn how to assemble, wire and test components to ensure that machines work reliably.
Your manual skills and technical understanding ensure that systems run smoothly and faults are fixed quickly. Start an exciting apprenticeship with a future – and become part of a team that puts innovation and precision into practice.
Your activities
As an automation fitter, you work with state-of-the-art technology and innovative solutions. Whether assembling circuits, testing components or troubleshooting – your daily activities are as varied as the machines you work with. You’re needed when it comes to guaranteeing functionality and reliability.
Your job as an automation fitter combines manual skills with technical expertise. You read building plans, wire components and check the functions of complex systems. As well as being a problem solver, you’re someone who works with precision and patience to deliver the best results.
Installation of components
You select cables and components, wire them according to plan and install them in electrical control panels or machines, the crucial factors being precision and accuracy.
Commissioning and tests
You commission appliances and systems, check their functions and perform measurements. Be it voltage, current or output – you ensure the optimal settings.
Troubleshooting and repairs
If a system doesn’t work, you’re on the spot. You pinpoint faults, fix them and make sure the appliances are running smoothly again.
Building plans and documentation
You read building plans, prepare your work and document every step – from the test report to the inspection log.
Maintenance and servicing
Working in the workshop or directly at the customer’s premises, you inspect and maintain machines to ensure their long-term reliability.
Your entry
into the world of electrical engineering
Enjoy putting things together and making them work? Then an apprenticeship as an automation fitter with Federal VET Diploma is just the thing for you! You don’t need any prior knowledge – if you have an interest in technology and manual skills, you’ll learn everything you need.
What you need to bring
- Enthusiasm for technology and electrical engineering
- Manual skills and diligence
- Intermediate or high-level school-leaving certificate (Sec. B or A)
- Patience and perseverance when working with small components
- Good colour perception for wiring cables
- Enthusiasm for teamwork and contact with customers
Your future
in electrical engineering
An apprenticeship as an automation fitter with Federal VET Diploma opens up a wealth of career opportunities. You can do further training, specialise or even take the pathway into management or independent contracting.
Your training and development opportunities
- Additional apprenticeship as Automation Engineer, Federal VET Diploma
- Federal Professional Examination, e.g. Automation Specialist
- Advanced Federal Professional Examination, e.g. Qualified Master in Switchgear Construction and Automation
- Degree at a Professional Educational Institution, e.g. Qualified Mechanical Engineer
Your potential career pathways
- Workshop manager in charge of production processes
- Production manager in electrical engineering
- Automation team, project or department manager
- Consultant or salesperson for technical systems
- Independent switchgear and automation contractor
Become a specialist
in electrical controls
Want to wire components, test them and get machines up and running? Then start your apprenticeship as an automation fitter with Federal VET Diploma! Download our flyer and read all about our apprenticeships.
