Hitachi ABB Power Grids

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a Power Transformer Tester for its Crystal Springs, MS location. This role is responsible for testing throughout the manufacturing & testing areas by following general instructions, technical requirements, and customer specifications. This person will provide support within the -Test Quality Department organization by analyzing / troubleshooting quality and test issues by using available quality tools, quality instruments, as well as other equipment.

Your responsibilities

• Learn and perform testing thru-manufacturing process and also in the power test lab; some of these tests include (but are not limited to): Ratio and Phase Relation Test, Insulation Resistance Test, Insulation Power Factor Test, DC Resistance Test, Core Loss and Excitation Current Test, Load Loss and Impedance Test, Lightning Impulse, Switching Impulse, Applied Potential, Induced Potential with Partial Discharge, Temperature Rise Tests, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis Test. Test Result calculations and verification of test results, reporting to Supervisor and Engineer the diagnostics.
• Perform some mathematical calculations to ensure product quality & integrity with the understanding of quality practices, instruments, and related equipment.
• Read customer specifications & technical documentation and audit process to ensure compliance. Follow technical drawings and troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Utilize the available Quality System software and basic computer programs (including Microsoft Word & Excel).
• Perform technical tasks in the quality organization. Provide support for complex activities and operate equipment (such as quality instruments and other equipment).
• Follow general instructions to maintain and update department files (including quality standards, drawings, technical reference files, etc.).
• Review processes, Test plans, Test Schedules, and practices for conformance to quality requirements.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to interface internally, with other functional groups, vendors, and External and Internal customers. Additional duties may be assigned, as needed.

Your background

• Associate degree / 2-year diploma and 2+ years of professional experience working with Transformer and/or Electrical systems. Candidate must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi ABB Power Grids in the United States.
• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Industrial Electricity, and/or Electrical Engineering fields is preferred
• Previous experience working under industrial regulations in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong understanding of power technologies, especially transformer systems and/or related technologies (electromagnetics, induction systems, power electronics, Generators, Substations, etc.).
• Ability to work any shift.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).

More about us

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centres. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com Hitachi ABB Power Grids is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome you to apply and want you to know that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veterans status or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.dol.go v/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/ posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi ABB Power Grids career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling a Hitachi ABB Power Grids HR Representative at 1-888-504-2007 or by sending an email to: us-pg-askhr@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-NAM1

Publication date

2021-12-10

Reference Number

US52076577_E2