Transformer Test Manager

About the Role

Lead and manage all testing activities for Grid & Power Transformers up to 132kv, ensuring compliance with international and national standards. Responsible for overseeing test operations, customer interactions during FAT, and driving quality, safety, and performance within the test department.

• Define the balance of plant required for expansion of test facilities.
• Provide technical leadership in Impulse testing, Partial Discharge testing, and other advanced test methods.
• Lead analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of test failures, including Impulse and Partial Discharge issues.
• Coordinate fault finding and investigations in collaboration with design and production teams.
• Technical expert for all testing activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Test Engineers, Apprentices, and team members to build capability and performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant alternative.
• In-depth understanding of electrical circuits and IEEE/IEC/ENATS/ANSI Standards.
• Deep knowledge of power transformer construction, insulating systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of transformer testing methods and equipment.
• Relevant experience in power and grid transformer testing.
• Experience of voltages up to 132kv.
• Proven experience in leading high functioning transformer test teams.

• Competitive salary
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles).
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant).
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary.
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme.
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSH Rewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity.
• Bike2work scheme.
• Long Service Awards.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

BRUSH Transformers provide agile and adaptive engineering solutions and products, including consultancy services, design, and project management as well as award-winning product technology, to a wide range of projects. A chosen partner for national and regional power generation and distribution network operators, through innovation and a commitment to delivering solutions that address grid‑resilience and drive system change, we support the global drive to net‑zero, helping create a future‑proof Infrastructure.