Transformer Test Engineer — Lead High‑Voltage Testing & Growth

Virginia Transformer Corp; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Transformer Corp in Roanoke, VA, seeks a Transformer Test Engineer to develop, execute, and analyze electrical tests on power and distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer specs and industry standards.

You will serve as the technical expert in the test lab, support manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams, review designs, troubleshoot results, and improve testing processes to deliver reliable products for the grid and data centers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of electrical testing experience in high-voltage equipment.
• Strong knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, IEC, and NETA testing standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and transformer drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee routine, design, and special electrical tests on power and distribution transformers.
• Review transformer designs and identify testing requirements.
• Troubleshoot abnormal test results and assist root cause investigations.
• Develop test procedures and documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to Test Technicians.
• Support FAT and witness testing.
• Ensure testing complies with OSHA and safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical testing

Transformer theory

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Customer interaction

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron

Doble

Megger

Job description

Virginia Transformer Corp in Roanoke, VA, seeks a Transformer Test Engineer to develop, execute, and analyze electrical tests on power and distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer specs and industry standards.

You will serve as the technical expert in the test lab, support manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams, review designs, troubleshoot results, and improve testing processes to deliver reliable products for the grid and data centers.