Testing Supervisor

Hitachi, Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Testing Engineer in Vadodara to lead HV switchgear testing, ensure compliance with standards, and support product validation. You will operate the test plant, calibrate equipment, and collaborate with production and planning to meet BU targets.

The role requires 4–6 years in testing, a degree in Electrical Engineering with first class, and proficiency in English and Hindi. Safety and quality are priorities in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of professional testing experience.
• Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with first class (60%).
• Knowledge of switchgear products and high voltage testing.
• Experience with LTB, GIS & DTB testing is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead routine high-voltage switchgear testing to meet standards.
• Manage test plant operations to support BU targets.
• Support product development with testing validation.
• Coordinate customer inspections and address technical queries.
• Maintain test equipment and perform calibration for accuracy.
• Ensure safety and compliance with protocols in the facility.
• Implement CAPA to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production and planning.

Skills

Electrical testing

High voltage testing

Partial discharge testing

Mechanical endurance testing

Quality compliance

English proficiency

Hindi proficiency

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with first class (60%)

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for a Testing Engineer to join their team in Maneja, Vadodara, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual. The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & deliver within timelines is essential.

How you'll make an impact

• Led and supervise the routine testing of high-voltage circuit breakers (72.5 kV to 800 kV) ensuring full compliance with relevant standards and quality requirements.
• Managed Test plant operations to achieve Business Unit (BU) revenue targets while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Provided support in new product development, including testing validation and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate and attended customer inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications and handling technical queries.
• Responsible for maintenance of test plant equipment and execution of calibration activities to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Ensured safety of workmen and test equipment within the testing facility by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Addressed test plant quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to avoid recurrence.
• Should possess adequate knowledge and understanding of relevant national & international standards like IEC.
• Must be able to understand different kinds of electrical schematic drawings.Should be capable of tracing the fault & solving it (both electrical as well as mechanical) by referring the documents.
• Must have worked in the testing field and should have the know-how of the testing equipment.
• Should have the experience of high voltage testing, partial discharge testing and routine testing of switchgear product.
• Candidate should be able to do the electrical wiring independently in Local control cubical and able to verify basic interlocks.
• Capable to work independently and handle the day-to-day workload.
• Should supervise the team members and ability to deliver the output in targeted timeline.
• Should be familiar with practices such as 5S, KAIZEN, etc.
• Experience of co-ordination with various cross functions like production, stores, packing and marketing/planning.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Candidate should have 4 to 6 years of experience with Minimum 5 years of professional work experience in testing.
• A Diploma / bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with first class (above 60%)
• Candidate should have the basic knowledge of the switchgear's product.
• Skilled in High voltage testing, partial discharge testing, Mechanical endurance test of Switchgear product. Experience in LTB, GIS & DTB testing will be an added advantage.
• Should have adequate knowledge of functional and interlock verification in low voltage or local control cubicle.
• Quick learner with interest in and ability to master new technologies.
• Good communication skill and proficiency in English and Hindi is required.
• Knowledge of basic SAP.Sound interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM.Well versed with MS Office.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawing.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required