Engineering Leader Transformers Vietnam
Job Description Summary
We are seeking a high-calibre, experienced and established Engineering Leader to drive the technical excellence of our state-of-the-art Haiphong Transformer facility in Vietnam. This is not just a management role; it is a technical leadership position. You will be responsible for the full engineering lifecycle of world-class power transformers, ensuring our designs push the boundaries of performance while mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers.
Job Description
What You Will Do:
• Technical Authority: Act as the primary technical point of contact for complex HVAC (up to 765kV) and HVDC transformer projects VSC & LCC (up to +/-800kV). Oversee design quality, integrity, FEA validation, and compliance with IEC60076 standards.
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• Engineering Excellence: Elevate the team's output by institutionalizing rigorous design reviews, "Design for Manufacturing" (DFM) principles, and advanced modelling workflows.
• Operational Transformation: Drive a Lean engineering culture. You will be expected to identify bottlenecks in the design-to-delivery value stream and implement scalable solutions to slash cycle times without compromising quality.
• Strategic Team Building: Cultivate a high-performance engineering organization. You will define the technical career paths, succession plans, and mentoring programs that make our Haiphong site the premier destination for transformer talent.
What You Bring:
• Deep Domain Expertise: Significant experience in the design of large power transformers. Electrical bias is preferred. You are comfortable troubleshooting high-voltage design challenges and understand the physics behind complex failures.
• Digital Proficiency: Advanced user of design tools such as FEA modelling and simulations, 3D modelling. You know how to leverage these tools to automate, optimise and standardize design processes.
• Strategic Leadership: Proven success in leading cross-functional teams. You don't just "manage" progress; you lead through technical influence, clear decision-making, and transparency.
• A "Quality First" Mindset: A track record of delivering complex engineering programs on time and on budget. You have a "zero-defect" mentality when it comes to customer-facing engineering documentation.
Why Join Us?
• Lead a critical facility in a rapidly growing region.
• Influence the technical roadmap for HVDC/HVAC projects at scale.
• Be part of a culture that values engineering rigor, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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