Senior Power Transformer Design Engineer (Electrical)

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Designer with extensive expertise in Power Transformer and Shunt Reactor design to join our Power Transformer (PTR) engineering team.

In this role, you will lead the development of innovative transformer designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving design robustness through advanced analysis techniques. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, reliable power transformer solutions.

This role requires regular travel to manufacturing sites, customer locations, and industry events within the United Kingdom.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Product development of Medium and Large Power Transformers as well as Shunt Reactors.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address design challenges, risks, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Apply DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify potential failure modes and enhance design robustness.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant industry standards and best practices, including, but not limited to, ISO, IEC, and IEEE.
• Ensure components and assemblies meet applicable industry and business standards.
• Use specialized software to analyze magnetic circuits, electromagnetic fields, insulation strength, and verify the electrical adequacy of products.
• Promote PTR-wide initiatives focused on electrical design quality and reliability.
• Support PTR quality initiatives with a significant emphasis on design robustness.
• Develop and maintain solid business relationships and effective communication with suppliers to ensure their support and assist in the production of high-quality components.
• Conduct failure analysis using RCA (Root Cause Analysis) to effectively resolve design-related issues.

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in power transformer and shunt reactor design and development, typically gained in 10-15 years of experience
• Extensive knowledge of transformer design standards, including ISO, IEC, and IEEE.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
• Extensive experience applying DFMEA and RCA methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively across teams.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the United Kingdom.

• Experience with transformer manufacturing processes.
• Deep understanding of transformer operational performance, including mechanical and thermal aspects.
• Experience working on international projects and collaborating in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams.
• Familiarity with methodologies for developing new technologies and products.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exposure to an international environment.
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and professional growth.