Test Lab Manager - Breakers & Modules

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Mount Pleasant, PA is seeking a Testing Laboratory Manager to lead our advanced testing facility for breakers, modules, and power system technologies. You will oversee testing strategies, optimize lab operations, and guide engineers and technicians to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant results.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in testing labs, with 3+ years in leadership, a strong background in electrical power systems, and hands-on experience with LabVIEW and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Seven or more years of experience in a testing laboratory environment, including at least three years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, circuit breakers, protective devices, and industry testing standards.
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition tools, including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.
• Proven experience developing testing methodologies, validation processes, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 17025, or comparable quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily testing laboratory operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain test plans, procedures, and methodologies aligned with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Oversee the calibration, operation, and maintenance of high-current, high-voltage, and environmental testing equipment.
• Mentor, coach, and develop test engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Analyze complex test data, interpret results, and communicate findings through detailed technical reports.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and product teams to validate requirements and support product development initiatives.
• Promote and maintain a safe laboratory environment that prioritizes operational excellence and compliance.
• Manage laboratory budgets, capital equipment purchases, maintenance schedules, and resource planning activities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Electrical engineering

Power systems knowledge

Lab instruments

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Testing methodologies

ISO 9001/17025

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power analyzers

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. As a Testing Laboratory Manager, you'll lead the operations of an advanced testing facility where breakers, modules, and critical power system technologies are validated to the highest standards of performance, quality, and safety.

This is more than a laboratory leadership role. It's an opportunity to influence the development of technologies that support energy infrastructure around the world. You'll oversee testing strategies, optimize laboratory operations, and guide a talented team of engineers and technicians in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant test results that drive product innovation and customer confidence.

Working closely with engineering, quality, and product teams, you'll play a key role in advancing new technologies from concept to deployment. Your technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to continuous improvement will help ensure operational excellence while maintaining the highest levels of safety and compliance.

If you're energized by solving complex engineering challenges, mentoring teams, and creating an environment where innovation thrives, you'll find a rewarding career at Hitachi Energy. Join a collaborative, purpose-driven organization where your contributions help power a more sustainable future.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead daily testing laboratory operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain test plans, procedures, and methodologies aligned with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Oversee the calibration, operation, and maintenance of high-current, high-voltage, and environmental testing equipment.
• Mentor, coach, and develop test engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Analyze complex test data, interpret results, and communicate findings through detailed technical reports.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and product teams to validate requirements and support product development initiatives.
• Promote and maintain a safe laboratory environment that prioritizes operational excellence and compliance.
• Manage laboratory budgets, capital equipment purchases, maintenance schedules, and resource planning activities.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Seven or more years of experience in a testing laboratory environment, including at least three years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, circuit breakers, protective devices, and industry testing standards.
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition tools, including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.
• Proven experience developing testing methodologies, validation processes, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 17025, or comparable quality management systems.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO, paid holidays
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you'll join a global team committed to advancing a sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future.

We invest in our people through continuous learning, career development opportunities, and meaningful work that supports the energy transition.

Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration, innovation, safety, and respect, empowering every team member to make a lasting impact.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Location Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Management

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-11

Reference number R0144538

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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