Transformer Field Supervisor & Tester

General information:

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Transformer Field Supervisor & Tester for its South Boston, VA location. This role is responsible for directing and working alongside crews of field service technicians as they complete various transformer installation, repair, maintenance, and inspection projects. Transformer Service Testers have the technical knowledge and ability to perform standard electrical testing on these transformers. Work is performed on customer sites and requires extensive travel. This position reports into the Eastern U.S. region but projects may be assigned anywhere in the United States.

Responsibilities:

Lead crews ranging from 2 to 8+ technicians to complete assigned projects Projects may include but are not limited to the installation, repair, testing, maintenance, relocation, scrap, inspection, and retrofit of transformers with high-side voltages ranging from 4160V to 765kV Act as the onsite point of contact for the customer and subcontractors during project execution Strategically assign tasks to crew members in order to minimize cost and project duration considering crew skillsets, site conditions, weather forecasts, etc. Proactively identify and report project nonconformance to Project Management and Engineering for timely resolution Perform electrical testing of transformers and reactors including but not limited to bushing power factor & capacitance, core megger, CT ratio & polarity, TTR, winding resistance, insulation power factor, insulation resistance, excitation, SFRA, DRF, leakage reactance, and control cabinet functional checks Provide input and expertise during the project-planning phase regarding project schedule and manpower requirements Practice and promote a safety-first approach; always maintain compliance with all Hitachi Energy and customer EHS requirements

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