Test Area Manager
Hitachi · Raleigh
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID:
R0105221Date Posted:
2025-10-27Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we don’t just power the grid—we empower the future. As a global leader in Power Quality Solutions (PQS), we’ve pioneered Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) for over 50 years, helping utilities worldwide enhance grid stability, capacity, and flexibility. Now, we’re looking for a driven professional to lead operations in our high-tech test facility, where innovation meets precision.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and understands the importance of safety, efficiency, and collaboration. You’ll be at the heart of our MACH control system testing—a sophisticated platform built with cutting-edge electronics, fiber-optic communication, and advanced software. Your work will ensure our systems are verified, calibrated, and ready to meet the demands of modern power transmission.
You’ll lead daily operations, manage equipment and inventory, and maintain a safe and organized test environment. You’ll also collaborate with project teams to support commissioning and testing activities, ensuring every system meets our high standards before it reaches the field.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Supervise and maintain order in the test facility
Lead safety inspections and ensure compliance with HSE standards
Manage inventory and calibration of test equipment
Coordinate with project teams to support testing needs
Oversee procurement and availability of consumables
Act as asset manager for IT and lab equipment
Support commissioning and verification of electrical systems
Improve test area processes, instructions, and guidelines
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
Your Background
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (default if not specified)
Experience in electrical installations or test areas
Knowledge of electrical risks and risk assessments
Strong focus on health, safety, and environment (HSE)
Experience in commissioning, testing, and system verification
Effective communicator and team collaborator
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
More About Us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.
For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):
- Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
- Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)
- Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
- Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
- Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities