Test Technician

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking 2nd and 3rd shift Test Technicians to join our South Boston, VA facility, performing general labor to manufacture liquid-filled transformers for distribution & power transformer markets.

The role involves electrical testing, calibration, and documentation with strong emphasis on safety and ISO standards, offering opportunities to train across multiple skills and contribute to continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or diploma in Electrical Electronics program or related field equal to a minimum of two years of electrical education is required.
• Previous experience in a test manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, perform assignments of substantial variety and moderate complexity utilizing test and laboratory equipment, instrumentations and controls.
• Coordinate work with other departments.
• May provide guidance to less experienced technicians.
• Perform a variety of electrical tests including power factor, low and high-power tests, Impulse, Special, Standard, and Temp Run.
• Pull standard and G&O liquid samples.
• Calibrate instruments.
• Must be articulate and be able to explain problems and/or solutions to Engineering.
• Must have a high level of safety awareness and perform work in a safe manner.
• Must have basic computer skills to create Certified Test Reports.
• Follow ISO standards.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and apply own knowledge and experience towards the solution of problems, repairs or modifications.
• Participate in continuous improvements initiatives.
• Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions.
• Interface with other departments to accurately communicate information.
• Must be willing to cross train in multiple skills.
• Assist in the training of other employees.
• Must be a team player but able to work independently.
• Available to work overtime as required including weekends.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned by management.

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical Electronics

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job ID: R0141166 Date Posted: 2026-08-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

Hitachi Energy is a leading provider of power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering environmental impact. We are currently seeking 2nd and 3rd shift Test Technicians to join our Power Grids division and perform general labor to manufacture world-class liquid-filled transformers for the distribution & power transformer markets within our South Boston, VA facility.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, perform assignments of substantial variety and moderate complexity utilizing test and laboratory equipment, instrumentations and controls.
• Coordinate work with other departments.
• May provide guidance to less experienced technicians.
• Perform a variety of electrical tests including power factor, low and high-power tests, Impulse, Special, Standard, and Temp Run.
• Pull standard and G&O liquid samples.
• Calibrate instruments.
• Must be articulate and be able to explain problems and/or solutions to Engineering.
• Must have a high level of safety awareness and perform work in a safe manner.
• Must have basic computer skills to create Certified Test Reports.
• Follow ISO standards.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and apply own knowledge and experience towards the solution of problems, repairs or modifications.
• Participate in continuous improvements initiatives.
• Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions.
• Interface with other departments to accurately communicate information.
• Must be willing to cross train in multiple skills.
• Assist in the training of other employees.
• Must be a team player but able to work independently.
• Available to work overtime as required including weekends.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned by management.

Educational Requirements

Associate Degree or diploma in Electrical Electronics program or related field equal to a minimum of two years of electrical education is required. Previous experience in a test manufacturing environment is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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