Laboratory Manager – High Voltage Testing 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy in Zürich-Altstetten is seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead the Insulation & Components labs and drive frontline improvements in HV testing and processes. You will guide a 15-person team, ensure safety and quality compliance, and partner with planning and QA to optimize production efficiency and output.

The role requires expertise in HV systems, IEC/IEEE standards, and data-driven decision making, with a strong emphasis on leadership and cross-functional collaboration for

Qualifikationen

• Technical apprenticeship or higher in electrical engineering.
• Several years in a leadership role in HV testing or insulation technology.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, generators and automation.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and process optimization.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive safety.

Aufgaben

• Lead the laboratory team (15 FTE) and manage resources.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE safety and quality standards.
• Analyze and improve production and business processes.
• Oversee high-voltage testing procedures (AC, DC, impulse, partial discharge).
• Collaborate with planning, QA, logistics and other departments.
• Maintain work instructions and regulatory compliance (ISO, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Develop and monitor KPIs; report to operations manager.
• Act as People Manager ensuring regulatory compliance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

HV testing

IEC/IEEE

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional teams

Safety

Data-driven decisions

Time management

Ausbildung

Bachelor/Master in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HV testing equipment

Automation systems

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

The opportunity

Our local product group Insulation & Components is the technology leader in design and manufacture of high volt-age transformer bushings. All renowned international companies of the electrical industry, active in power genera-tion, transmission and distribution are among our customers. We have a top position in the high voltage trans-former bushing areas worldwide.

In this highly responsible and dynamic role, you will lead our laboratory team at MICAFIL in Zürich-Altstetten (ZH) and ensure that we further strengthen our competitiveness and develop our Swiss branch to meet the global market growth in the field of energy. In this important role, you will continuously drive forward the efficient and innovative processes of our 3 different laboratories together with a strong team. If you have a passion for leadership and high voltage testing, we offer you the stage to bring about real change and actively shape the future of our production processes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead the laboratory team, including resource management and team development (15 FTE) and act as the point of contact for HV testing at Zürich-Altstetten MICAFIL

• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards (IEC/IEEE)

• Analyze & implement efficient production & business processes to increase safety, quality and productivity

• Ensure high output through reliable high-voltage testing procedures (AC, DC, impulse, partial discharge)

• Identify and integrate new technologies and best practices to drive the continuous improvement process (CIP) together with your team and our Process Engineering team

• Collaborate closely with planning, quality assurance, logistics, other production departments and relevant stakeholders for holistic process design and improvement

• Be responsible for optimal work and maintenance instructions and other relevant regulations (e.g. ISO, Lean, Six Sigma)

• Develop and monitor the most important key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and re-port to operations manager

• As People Manager, you will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines

Your background

• Technical apprenticeship and qualifications (Bachelor / Master) in the field of Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• Several years of experience in a similar leadership position (High-Voltage Testing/Insulation Technology/Power Engineering)

• Solid knowledge in high-voltage systems, generators, and automation systems

• Solid knowledge of lean management, Six Sigma and other process optimization methods

• Proven experience in leading and motivating cross-functional teams

• Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to decision making combined with a strong focus on safety

• Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills

• Fluent in German and English

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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