Senior Design Engineer - Transformers

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Engineer - Transformers to lead the design, development, and optimization of power transformers. The role involves converting customer requirements into innovative, compliant, and cost-effective solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and project success. You will oversee design validation, ensure compliance with industry and safety standards, support technical aspects of contract negotiations, and manage design-related contractual requirements.

How you will make an impact

• Lead complex transformer design projects and provide technical expertise.
• Manage multiple design projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, schedules, and deliverables.
• Participate in risk assessment activities and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Build strong customer relationships and engage in technical discussions to understand requirements and gather feedback.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to improve efficiency and streamline processes.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality, reliability, and performance standards.
• Mentor and support the development of junior and intermediate engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Identify and implement continuous design improvements based on lessons learned, customer feedback, and best practices.
• Prepare and maintain accurate technical documentation, including design calculations, specifications, and engineering reports.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a specialization in Power Systems or Electrical Machines.
• 8-10 years of experience in transformer design and development.
• Strong expertise in electromagnetic design, insulation coordination, thermal analysis, and transformer mechanical design.
• Proficiency in engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, FEM software, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Solid understanding of international transformer standards, including IEC and ANSI/IEEE.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement.
• Project management experience is an advantage

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Client-provided location(s): Bilbays, Egypt

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-219252

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-05T18:47:13