Manager of Field Services

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone

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If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to tal

k.Apply below and let’s start the conversatio

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Who We

AreVirginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 6,000 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead tim

es.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenac

ity.

Join Ou

r TeamIf you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member esse

ntial.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will fol

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The Manager of Field Services will lead and oversee a team responsible for managing and executing field service projects. This role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating field operations to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and meet customer specifications. The Manager of Field Services must possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving

skills.
Respons

ibilitiesField Operations L

• eadershipLead and manage cross-functional field service teams responsible for the installation, assembly, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of power and distribution tran
• sformers.Oversee execution across utility, industrial, and substation environments, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to speci
• fication.Mentor and develop field personnel, driving a culture of safety, accountability, and technical ex

cellence.Project Planning &

• ExecutionPlan and execute field service projects, including outage coordination, site readiness, scheduling, and resource al
• location.Define scope of work and delegate responsibilities across internal teams, technicians, and subcon
• tractors.Ensure alignment and execution throughout the full project lifecycle, from mobilization through

closeout.Technical Oversight & Fiel

• d SupportOversee critical field activities, including oil processing (vacuum fill, degassing), dry-out procedures, assembly, testing, and energization
• support.Support and lead field testing and diagnostics (TTR, insulation resistance, power factor, DGA), and coordinate troubleshooting and corrective
• actions.Partner with engineering to resolve complex technical issues encountered in t

he field.Financial & Commercial M

• anagementDevelop detailed cost estimates, budgets, and job forecasts for field service
• projects.Monitor actual vs. planned costs and drive corrective actions to ensure profitability and cost
• control.Support business development by identifying service opportunities and contributing to proposals and customer s

olutions.Customer & Stakeholder M

• anagementServe as the primary point of contact for customers during project execution, managing communication, expectations, and issue re
• solution.Act as liaison between customers, engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements and deli

verables.Risk, Safety & C

• omplianceLead risk assessments and safety planning, ensuring adherence to OSHA, utility, and company safety s
• tandards.Ensure all field service activities comply with IEEE, ANSI, IEC standards, contractual requirements, and internal quality expe
• ctations.Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies to protect project execution and company i

nterests.Continuous Im

• provementCapture and implement lessons learned from field projects to improve processes and e
• xecution.Drive standardization of field practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety across all service op

erations.Additional Respons

• ibilitiesPerform other related duties as

assigned.

Education and

• ExperienceBachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent field experience in transformer
• services).5–10 years of experience in field service, commissioning, installation, or maintenance of power and/or distribution tr

ansformers.Hands-on exper

• ience with:Transformer installation, assembly, and commissioning (including oil filling, vacuum processing, and dry-out
• procedures)Field testing and diagnostics (TTR, insulation resistance, power factor/dissipation factor, SFRA, DGA interpretation
• preferred)Outage planning and execution in utility, industrial, or substation e
• nvironmentsTroubleshooting and repair of transformer-related issues i
• n the fieldStrong unders
• tanding of:Transformer construction and operation (core/coil, tap changers, bushings, cooli
• ng systems)Safety standards and procedures, including OSHA and utility site r
• equirementsIndustry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, and IEC related to installation, testing, and
• maintenanceProven experience managing or leading field teams, subcontractors, or third-party service providers across multiple
• job sites.Experience coordinating with utilities, EPCs, and industrial customers, including managing schedules, site constraints, and customer ex
• pectations.Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, cost, and timelines, including budgeting, cost tracking, and field
• reporting.Familiarity with service documentation, reporting tools, and ERP/project tracki
• ng systems.PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or similar project management certifications are a plus, but practical field leadership experience is strongly