What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Voltage Test Lab Technician position at Trench Group?
Charlotte, NC
HSP US: Building the Future of Energy
HSP US is rapidly expanding as we establish a world‑class high‑voltage manufacturing and testing hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. As we scale, we are hiring High Voltage Test Lab Technicians to support the testing, validation, and performance assurance of high‑voltage components used across the power grid.
This is a rare opportunity to join a once‑in‑a‑generation startup operation backed by more than 100 years of global innovation. You’ll work with advanced high‑voltage test systems, precision instrumentation, and engineering teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
If you thrive in environments where technical rigor, precision, and safety matter, this role places you at the center of building high‑performance products that power the energy sector.
What You Can Expect from HSP!
Growth Opportunity: Work in a high‑performance test environment where your technical expertise directly influences product reliability and customer confidence.
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Strong compensation, bonus potential, full health coverage, and meaningful PTO, including diverse days to celebrate what matters to you.
Innovation in Action: Every test you execute validates a safety‑critical, high‑voltage product supporting grid stability across the country.
What We Are Looking For!
Trench Group invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.
HAVE WE PIQUED YOUR INTEREST? We are looking forward to receiving your application - just click on the "Apply Now" button and send us your application.
HSP US: Building the Future of Energy
HSP US is rapidly expanding as we establish a world‑class high‑voltage manufacturing and testing hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. As we scale, we are hiring High Voltage Test Lab Technicians to support the testing, validation, and performance assurance of high‑voltage components used across the power grid.
This is a rare opportunity to join a once‑in‑a‑generation startup operation backed by more than 100 years of global innovation. You’ll work with advanced high‑voltage test systems, precision instrumentation, and engineering teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
If you thrive in environments where technical rigor, precision, and safety matter, this role places you at the center of building high‑performance products that power the energy sector.
What You Can Expect from HSP!
Growth Opportunity: Work in a high‑performance test environment where your technical expertise directly influences product reliability and customer confidence.
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Strong compensation, bonus potential, full health coverage, and meaningful PTO, including diverse days to celebrate what matters to you.
Innovation in Action: Every test you execute validates a safety‑critical, high‑voltage product supporting grid stability across the country.
What We Are Looking For!
- Take command of advanced high‑voltage test systems and bring them to life through precise setup, calibration, and execution.
- Energize components with controlled high voltage while monitoring performance with expert focus and technical confidence.
- Become the guardian of product reliability by validating every detail before components move into the grid.
- Capture every voltage, current, waveform, and anomaly with accuracy that engineers rely on.
- Transform raw test data into clear, actionable reports that drive engineering decisions and product improvements.
- Develop and refine test procedures that raise the bar for quality, safety, and repeatability.
- Evaluate test outcomes and identify opportunities to enhance equipment performance and testing efficiency.
- Play a key role in continuous improvement by supporting root‑cause analysis and technical problem‑solving.
- Lead by example in a high‑voltage lab where safety is non‑negotiable.
- Maintain strict adherence to PPE, interlocks, lockout/tagout, and all high‑voltage safety protocols.
- Ensure the test lab remains a safe, organized, and high‑performance environment for every team member.
- Monitor and maintain test equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and readiness for every test cycle.
- Identify and report equipment issues early to prevent downtime and protect product quality.
- Support facility upkeep to maintain a world‑class testing environment.
- Community College diploma in Electrical/Electronic Technology or an associate‑level electrical certification
- Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience working with low‑voltage or high‑voltage circuits
- Ability to read and interpret AC and DC electrical schematics
- Strong critical‑thinking skills with a solid understanding of electromagnetic theory and circuit analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Windows operating system
- English language fluency (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Ability to distinguish color differences
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work at height using elevating platforms
- Ability to work shift rotations as required
- Experience using test instruments such as impedance analyzers, breakdown testers, wattmeters, micro‑ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes
- Familiarity with LabView or other laboratory software
- Knowledge of root‑cause analysis methods
- Familiarity with relevant international standards
- HSP is a global leader in high‑voltage bushing technology, delivering innovative, reliable solutions that keep the energy sector moving. For over a century, our expertise has supported grid stability and the evolution of modern power systems.
- Now, we’re bringing that legacy to Charlotte, North Carolina. HSP US is growing fast, uniting engineering, operations, and manufacturing talent to build high‑performance products for customers across the country. With Charlotte’s booming energy industry and vibrant workforce, it’s the perfect place to shape the future of high‑voltage technology
Trench Group invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.
HAVE WE PIQUED YOUR INTEREST? We are looking forward to receiving your application - just click on the "Apply Now" button and send us your application.