Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience
Proven leadership experience in managing technical or test teams
Strong knowledge of transformer test standards and safety practices
Hands-on experience with test equipment and data acquisition systems
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Strong safety mindset with flexibility for shift scheduling
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise a testing team of up to 5 employees
Plan, assign, and monitor work for efficient execution
Enforce safety procedures and implement risk mitigation measures
Ensure team qualifications and competency development
Develop and improve test procedures and best practices
Oversee test setups, equipment troubleshooting, and maintenance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve testing issues
Manage test documentation and support quality assurance
Benefits
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid health and wellness benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day
Siemens Energy is seeking a highly skilled High Voltage Laboratory Supervisor to lead testing operations within our Power Transformers Laboratory. Reporting to the Head of the Laboratory, this role oversees high-voltage electrical testing activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. You will lead a team of technicians, collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional partners, and drive continuous improvement across testing processes and capabilities.
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead and supervise a test team up to 5 employees executing power transformer test plans in compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Plan, assign, and monitor work to ensure efficient execution and on-time delivery.
Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing procedures, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation measures.
Ensure team qualifications, competency development, and technical readiness.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve test procedures, methodologies, and best practices.
Oversee test setups, equipment configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration.
Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and project teams to resolve test issues and support root cause analysis.
Manage test documentation, reports, and data analysis to support certification and quality assurance.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Contribute to budget planning and cross-functional technology development efforts.
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 8+ years of experience in high-voltage testing, preferably within power transformer manufacturing or related industries.
Proven leadership experience leading or managing technical or test teams.
Strong knowledge of transformer test standards, quality systems, and safety practices.
Hands-on experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, and IT tools.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Strong safety mindset and willingness to work flexible shift schedules for the first few months then transition to second shift.
Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
If not already located in Charlotte, NC, the selected candidate must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided)
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current employer-sponsored work authorization. Those candidates with current US work authorization could be considered for a transfer.
About the Team
At Charlotte Power Transformers, you'll be part of a team that is passionate about making a difference in the energy sector. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Be a part of our mission to deliver superior transformer solutions to the world.
Rewards
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid Health and wellness benefits
Paid Time Off and paid holiday
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
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About Siemens
Siemens AG is a German multinational conglomerate company headquartered in Munich and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe with branch offices abroad. The principal divisions of the company are Industry, Energy, Healthcare, and Infrastructure & Cities, which represent the main activities of the company. The company is a prominent maker of medical diagnostics equipment and its medical health-care division, which generates about 12 percent of the company's total sales, is its second-most profitable unit, after the industrial automation division. The company is a component of the Euro Stoxx 50 stock market index. Siemens and its subsidiaries employ approximately 385,000 people worldwide and reported global revenue of around €87 billion in 2019 according to its earnings release.
