Test Technician
Hitachi Energy
Company Overview
Hitachi Energy Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd.
HeadquartersZurich, Switzerland
Founded2021
SizeApproximately 45,000 to over 50,000 employees globally (source: hitachienergy.com). Revenue reached around $13 billion USD in 2023 (source: hitachienergy.com).
What They Do
Hitachi Energy specializes in power grid technologies, focusing on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, which have integrated over 150 gigawatts globally. Their product offerings include high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, and services aimed at grid modernization and renewable energy integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company provides HVDC converter stations, distribution transformers, and innovative gas insulation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the energy transition (source: hitachienergy.com). Target markets encompass utilities, industries, infrastructure, renewable energy developers, and data centers, with a presence in over 140 countries organized into five global business units for localized service delivery (source: cbinsights.com). The company leverages the combined expertise of ABB's power grids and Hitachi's digital technologies, evidenced by a significant increase in order backlog since 2020 (source: hitachienergy.com).
Projects & Track Record
Hitachi Energy has been involved in several notable projects, including the supply of equipment for China's Changji-Guquan UHVDC transmission line, the world's first at 1,100 kV, completed in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org). Other significant projects include the fluoronitrile-based gas replacement for National Grid in Kent, UK, and HVDC converter stations for the North Sea Link submarine cable, both completed in 2021 (source: wikipedia.org). Recently, they have also developed a renewable energy microgrid for Gull Bay First Nation in Canada (2022) and are currently working on offshore platforms and onshore HVDC converter stations for TenneT in the North Sea (source: wikipedia.org). Their geographic presence spans over 140 countries, with a strong focus on expanding manufacturing capabilities in North America to meet growing demand (source: hitachienergy.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Hitachi Energy has announced over $155 million USD in investments to bolster manufacturing capacity in North America, including a new distribution transformer factory in Reynosa, Mexico, which is expected to create 350 jobs (source: hitachienergy.com). Additionally, they are modernizing their power transformer factory in Varennes, Quebec, with an investment exceeding $100 million (source: hitachienergy.com). The company also completed the acquisition of ABB's remaining stake in December 2022, solidifying its position as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (source: wikipedia.org). Furthermore, they reported significant revenue growth in fiscal year 2023, contributing to Hitachi Ltd.'s Green Energy & Mobility segment revenues (source: hitachi.com).
Working There
Hitachi Energy offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, skilled manufacturing, administrative positions, and research, with a strong emphasis on hiring due to recent expansions (source: hitachienergy.com). The company has added over 8,000 employees globally between 2020 and 2023, with significant growth in the U.S. and Canada (source: hitachienergy.com). Office locations include Reynosa, Mexico; South Boston and Mount Pleasant, USA; Varennes, Quebec City, Montreal, Canada; Zurich, Switzerland; and Ludvika, Sweden (source: hitachienergy.com). The company culture promotes innovation, co-creation with customers, and a commitment to energy transition, as highlighted by CEO Claudio Facchin (source: hitachienergy.com).
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Test Technician to handle quality transformer tests. This position involves various test protocols and applies standards to ensure the quality for products and systems meet stated requirements.
Testing Task
- Conduct all routine, special test on a transformer and accessories function test as instructed by the team leader.
- Ensure that all test are conducted as per plan so that the transformer is dispatched as per schedule.
- In case of any failure while testing, analyse the failure and report the details to the team leader.
- Be responsible for testing equipment maintenance, hand tools be tidy, clean, maintain 5S in test area
Customer Inspection
- When a customer comes to factory for witnessing test, resolve various queries of customers.
Safety
- As high voltage used for testing safety is the prime importance, use of all relevant PPE while carrying out the tests, following safety instruction in test area strictly,
Main Targets
- 100% routine test request must be understood
- No missing inspected items test which can cause test issues
Challenges
- Frequent overtime (out of official hours, at weekends)
- Study many different Work Instructions/ Standards
- Ready to perform the newly assigned work
Authorization to perform
- Report, review and authorization of results.
- Development, modification, verification and validation of methods;
- Analysis of results, including statements of conformity or opinions and interpretations
Your background
- Technical College in Electrical (at least 1 experienced years)
- Previous working experience in relevant field is an advantage
- Quality and safety awareness
- Hard working, tidy and organized
- Knowledge in drawing
- Assigned work in 2-3 shifts base on production schedule
- Computer & English skills on user level.
More about us
At Hitachi Energy Vietnam, we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering, supporting employees' financial, physical and mental wellbeing:
16 days annual leave, flexible working policy.
Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their dependents, annual vaccination, summer outing.
Growth possibility: Learning and development platform, career movement opportunity within organization.
Possibility to gain experience in international environment.
Possibility to work for industry leader for green energy solutions.
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About the role
July 22, 2026
July 27, 2026
Full time
On-site
Company
- Bac Ninh, Vietnam
At least 1 year of experience
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