What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Manager – Multi-Plant Support position at Virginia Transformer Corp?
Former US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.”
Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is “the engineering firm that makes transformers.”
We are the largest US-owned manufacturer of electric transformers in North America and have been helping to secure the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for any conceivable application – GSU, substations, auto-transformers, grounding transformers, drive duty, rectifier, exciter, voltage regulator, and other.
The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves every part of US industry from its six state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us.
Job Summary:
The Technical Manager supports all Virginia Transformer manufacturing plants by driving consistency in technical execution, resolving complex production issues, and ensuring the effective translation of engineering designs into manufacturable solutions. This role serves as a bridge between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, with a strong focus on improving product reliability, process consistency, and technical alignment across facilities. The Technical Manager will lead troubleshooting efforts, implement best practices, and provide expert-level support for production teams across the U.S., Mexico, and India.
Key Responsibilities:
- Multi-Plant Technical Support
- Serve as the go-to technical expert across all Virginia Transformer manufacturing sites for complex transformer builds, design clarification, and production challenges.
- Provide hands-on support and guidance during new product introductions, process changes, or escalated quality issues.
- Standardization & Best Practices
- Drive the standardization of manufacturing processes, tooling, materials, and work instructions across all plants.
- Ensure technical alignment with corporate engineering standards, drawings, and specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing leadership to implement consistent technical practices.
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for chronic or high-impact technical issues.
- Support production and field service teams with real-time troubleshooting, including coil issues, insulation failures, tank deformation, and assembly challenges.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure technical feasibility and production readiness.
- Provide feedback to design teams based on plant-floor realities and customer feedback.
- Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Develop and deliver technical training to plant engineers, supervisors, and production teams to build technical competency across locations.
- Act as a mentor and resource for new engineers and technicians at all sites.
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve manufacturability, reduce rework, and increase efficiency through better technical integration.
- Support lean manufacturing and quality initiatives through a strong technical lens.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- 8 years of experience in transformer design, manufacturing, or technical support in a heavy manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of transformer construction (core & coil, insulation systems, winding, tank fabrication, etc.).
- Proven experience working in or supporting multiple plant environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and work hands-on in a production environment.
- Proficiency with CAD tools and ERP systems a plus.
- Willingness to travel regularly (domestic and international) to provide on-site support.
Travel:
Up to 40% travel across Virginia Transformer plants (U.S., Mexico, India) based on project or support needs.
