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The Electrical Design Engineer will be responsible for preparing electrical design/reverse engineering of Power transformers as well as achieving design innovations and the optimization of the end products in compliance to Siemens Energy design rules, quality standards, cost position and time schedule. Candidate will be responsible for Electrical Design (Calculations/reverse engineering) for order execution (detailed design) as well as for offer calculations/preparation of Power Transformers at Siemens Energy Transformers Repair Factory in Charlotte, US. Candidate will be part of global engineering team which will support repair and retrofit business of Siemens Energy Transformers Service organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Perform Electrical Calculations for Power transformers and prepare Electrical design documents with focus to the transformer repair and retrofit.
• Design the parameters & dimensions of active part of transformer to meet the customer specifications like losses, impedances, noise levels, Short Circuit forces, temperature limits, loading capabilities etc. by performing analysis on High voltage Transients, dielectric, Magnetic, Short Circuit forces, temperature, noise level etc.
• Understand customer specifications, project requirements, guaranteed technical particulars, prepare design review documents, technical reports, and justifications for the customers.
• Collaborate with other departments like sales, mechanical design, manufacturing, Quality, testing & service departments on technical topics related to electrical design.
• Prepare Technical Specifications for ordering of components like Tap changer, Bushings, current transformers, Winding conductors, & Winding assembly insulation components and various accessories.
• Estimate quantities for offers/tenders, prepare user documentation for offers & have technical discussions with customers at offer and order execution stages.
• Collaborate with other Siemens Energy transformer factories for further product enhancements.
• Effectively communicate among multi-functional teams and participate in various internal and external technical forums.
• Extend support for the development of global design rules & R&D efforts on the need basis.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering with 3+ years of working experience as a design engineer in the field of Power Transformers and performing calculations using transformer design software tools.
• Strong conceptual knowledge and working experience of calculations and designing of transformers.
• Previous experience in transformer repair and reverse engineering is beneficial.
• Familiar with the American & international standards (eg. IEEE, ANSI, IEC) related to transformers, transformer components, and materials.
• Familiar with 2D CAD (eg. AUTOCAD) software. Experience in 2D/3D Electro-magnetic simulation and 2D/3D Electrostatic analysis is an added advantage.
• Detailed knowledge of materials and components like core grades, winding copper (PICC, CTC etc.), winding assembly insulation parts like barriers, angle rings/caps, oil guide washers, snouts, spacers, supports, tap changers, bushings, transformer accessories and sensors.
• Detailed knowledge of various types of core construction, winding types like disc, helical, multi-start, multi-layer etc. and design of winding assembly insulation components
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English is necessary.
• Good experience of working with Global Engineering teams in project execution is beneficial.
• If not already located in Charlotte, NC, the selected candidate must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance to be provided).

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave