Test Lab Manager - Power Transformers

Location:South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0131657Date Posted:2026-06-08Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAre you ready to lead innovation in transformer testing? Join Hitachi Energy’s Product Group Transformer (PGTR) team in South Boston, VA, as our Test Lab Operations Leader. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee all Factory Test Room activities, ensuring our transformers and components meet the highest performance and safety standards. You’ll guide a skilled team of engineers and technicians through Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with customers and technical experts to deliver excellence.This is your chance to shape the future of energy reliability while growing your leadership career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If you’re passionate about quality, safety, and team development, we want to hear from you.How You'll Make an ImpactLead and develop a diverse team of test engineers and technicians.Plan and execute complex testing activities in collaboration with customers.Manage test equipment maintenance, upgrades, and performance.Analyze test data and generate reports to support decision-making.Drive continuous improvement initiatives and monitor KPIs.Oversee failure analysis and implement corrective actions.Maintain a safe and compliant testing environment.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Your BackgroundBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.5+ years of experience in testing operations or quality management in manufacturing.Deep knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ISO 9001, ISO 45001 standards.Strong analytical skills and experience with data reporting tools.Proven leadership in team development and performance management.Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.More about usAt Hitachi Energy, we’re advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.We offer global career development opportunities and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning.Be part of a team that’s powering good for generations to come.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.SummaryLocation: South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaType: Full time