Testing Laboratory Manager - Power Systems & Breakers

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

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.