Job Summary
The High Voltage Testing Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing all high voltage (HV) testing activities to ensure compliance with national and international standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements. The role includes managing laboratory operations, leading technical teams, maintaining testing equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting product development and certification.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day operations of the High Voltage Testing Laboratory.
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Plan, supervise, and execute routine, type, special, and acceptance tests on electrical equipment.
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Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as IEC, IEEE, IS, ANSI, and customer specifications.
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Develop and implement testing procedures, quality systems, and laboratory best practices.
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Lead, mentor, and evaluate engineers, technicians, and testing personnel.
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Review and approve test reports, technical documentation, and certification records.
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Ensure calibration, maintenance, and reliability of high-voltage testing equipment.
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Coordinate with design, manufacturing, quality assurance, certification bodies, and customers.
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Investigate test failures, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
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Ensure laboratory compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and other applicable quality management systems.
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Manage laboratory budgets, resource allocation, and procurement of testing equipment.
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Promote and enforce electrical safety procedures and statutory regulations.
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Support product qualification, research and development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Participate in customer inspections, audits, and technical discussions.
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Monitor laboratory KPIs and prepare management reports.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
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6–10+ years of experience in high-voltage testing or power equipment manufacturing.
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Minimum 5 years of leadership or managerial experience.
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Strong knowledge of power systems and high-voltage engineering principles.
Technical Skills
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Expertise in testing:
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Power Transformers
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Instrument Transformers (CT/PT)
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Switchgear
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Power Cables
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Bushings
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Insulators
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Surge Arresters
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GIS/AIS Equipment
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Knowledge of:
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High Voltage AC/DC Testing
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Lightning Impulse Testing
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Switching Impulse Testing
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Partial Discharge Measurement
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Dielectric Testing
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Temperature Rise Testing
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Short Circuit Testing
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Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, IS, ANSI, and ASTM standards.
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Experience with laboratory automation and data acquisition systems.
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Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
Leadership Competencies
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Team leadership and people management
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Technical decision-making
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Problem-solving and analytical skills
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Project management
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Customer communication
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Risk assessment and safety management
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Continuous improvement mindset
Safety Responsibilities
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Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
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Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
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Promote a zero-incident safety culture.
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Ensure compliance with statutory and environmental regulations.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Laboratory utilization and productivity
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Test completion within schedule
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First-pass test success rate
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Equipment uptime and calibration compliance
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Audit and accreditation compliance
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Customer satisfaction
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Safety performance (zero lost-time incidents)
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Team development and training effectiveness
