Job Description Summary
We are seeking a Lead Electrical Designer to join our team at GE Vernoa Vadodara (Large Power trnasfromer India). The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the design and development of power transformers, with a strong background in electrical design including internal connections, and layouts. The role involves working on cutting-edge transformer designs, ensuring adherence to international standards, and applying advanced analysis tools for failure detection and electromagnetic design optimization.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the Electrical design process for power transformers and support internal connections, electrical layouts, and overall transformer design.
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2. Understanding magnetic fields, flux, permeability, and losses (hysteresis and eddy current).
3. Design and optimize internal electrical connections and layouts to ensure maximum operational efficiency and safety of power transformers.
4. Ensure compliance with international standards such as ISO, IEC, IEEE, and other relevant guidelines in transformer design and manufacturing processes.
5. Apply advanced knowledge of electromagnetics to improve transformer performance and optimize design characteristics.
6. Conduct and contribute to DFMEA assessments to identify potential design risks and implement mitigation strategies.
7. Utilize failure analysis techniques like Root Cause Analysis (RCA),8D,5 Why & fishbone to investigate and address transformer failures or underperformance.
8. Apply FEA tools, to simulate and evaluate electromagnetic fields, thermal behavior, and mechanical stresses in transformer designs.
9. Work closely with engineering teams, production units, and external stakeholders to refine and improve transformer designs.
10 Maintain thorough design documentation, including specifications, test reports, and compliance records.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in electrical design, specifically in power transformer design or related areas.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex designs and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and quality control in all aspects of transformer design and development.
- Proactive and innovative mindset, with the ability to propose new solutions and improvements to existing transformer designs.
Technical Expertise:
- In-depth understanding of power transformer electrical design, internal connections, and layouts.
- Strong knowledge of international standards (ISO, IEC, IEEE, etc.).
- Proficiency with Lean concept i.e. Kaizans, 5S, problem solving tools etc.
- Expertise in electromagnetics and its application in transformer design.
- Proficiency in failure analysis techniques, particularly Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Experience with DFMEA and other risk management techniques in electrical design.
- Familiarity with international & national EHS norms.
Tools Proficiency:
- Familiarity with FEA tools for transformer design simulations.
- Proficiency in relevant electrical design tools and softwares.
- 2D autocad simulation.
Language Skill:
Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes