Manufacturing Supervisor - Large Power Transformers (P)

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health and wellness benefi

Paid time off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Mentorship and coaching programs

Annual training and continuous learner

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Charlotte, NC seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor for Large Power Transformers. You will lead process operations, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate technicians across shifts.

The role requires a technical degree or equivalent experience, at least 3 years in supervisory manufacturing, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally to support development and launch activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent energy industry experience.
• At least 3 years in a manufacturing supervisory role with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for development and launch activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead process operations in the production of Large Power Transformers.
• Drive a high-performance team culture in collaboration with technicians.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and adherence to EHS, QA and cost targets.
• Support startup activities for the new Charlotte facility and optimize resource use.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing processes

Quality control

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa are becoming Omterra. \"We energize society\" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow.

Manufacturing Supervisor - Large Power Transformers (P)

About the Role

Job ID

305173

Location

United States of America

North Carolina

Charlotte

Company

Organization

Grid Technologies

Business Unit

Transformers

Full-time

Experience Level

Manager / Team Leader

This role will be based at our new Siemens Energy Transformers Manufacturing Center Factory in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. The facility is planned to be built by late 2026 for production commencement.

A Snapshot of Your Day

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead process operations in the production of Large Power Transformers. This role offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your technical development through hands‑on training and collaboration with experienced manufacturing teams across Siemens Energy's global network. During the facility startup phase, travel may include international assignments lasting up to 4-6 weeks at a time. These experiences are designed to build technical expertise, support operational readiness, and contribute to the successful launch of our new facility. As local operations become fully established, travel requirements are expected to decrease significantly. This role is critical in ensuring safety, quality, cost efficiency, and adherence to planning processes throughout the final execution. The ideal candidate will drive a high-performance team culture in collaboration with technicians across various areas.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Define strategies, tactics, and methods to create a high-performance team culture while ensuring adherence to manufacturing guidelines, processes, and procedures.
• Oversee production activities and contribute to the production planning process, determining priorities based on established EHS requirements, quality standards, and weekly production schedules.
• Schedule and promote active participation of technicians in EHS evaluations and Quality Gates (QGs).
• Track KPIs and assess the progress of agreed tasks and workflows to ensure timely completion, defining mitigation plans for any deviations.
• Conduct 1st Level Meetings with technicians to address and resolve any deviations during the manufacturing process.
• Create and implement development plans for all technicians under your supervision, enhancing their performance in the manufacturing process.
• Lead and support the fulfillment of all protocols, policies, guidelines, and competencies from current systems (EHS, QA, CyberSec, etc.).
• Must be able to work in the US without the need for VISA sponsorship.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred, or equivalent related experience in the energy industry; High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably in the energy industry, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support technical development, training, and manufacturing launch activities
• Preferred experience leading the manufacturing processes of building power transformers (greater than 30 MVA and 75.5 kV), ensuring adherence to quality standards and operational efficiency.
• Ability to coordinate production schedules, manage logistics, and optimize resource allocation to meet project timelines and customer demands.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears, transformers, and digital grid technology.

At Charlotte Power Transformers, you will be part of a dedicated team delivering world‑class transformer solutions. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy:

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Company‑paid health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits and parental leave
• Mentorship and coaching programs
• Annual training and continuous learning opportunities

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