Transformer Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in HVAC (and preferably HVDC) transformers.
Able to work independently on Active Part or External design areas.Job Description
Job Description Summary
Transformer Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in HVAC (and preferably HVDC) transformers.
Job Description
Who We're Looking For
- You're a specialist transformer Electro Mechanical engineer with hands-on experience in active part design / Tank /External Design. Blends technical rigor with practical judgment, driven by an unwavering curiosity to learn and innovate every day.
Job Responsibilities
- Preparation of transformer detailed engineering design (including necessary calculations) and drawings (preferably 400kV and above, with HVDC / offshore experience), ability to carry out / review Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and specify parameters critical to quality (CTQ) and Design Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (FMEA)
- Review of specifications, identification of clarifications/deviations and action plans, with the ability to lead them to conclusion
- Selection and specification of components for ordering and manufacturing
- Key Performance Indicators of on-time delivery, right first time and budget adherence
- Leading communication/co-ordination with internal and external stakeholders (customers, suppliers, other departments such as projects, tendering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, etc).
Education And Experience
- Electrical or mechanical engineer or person with similar experience (in Power Transformers)
- Experience of working on 3D, 2D tools (Inventor/ equivalent, Autocad)
- Experience of Document management system (WindChill / equivalent)
- Transformer design knowledge (especially transformer design calculations, active part design including lead exits, insulation, windings, nesting of coils and tank design)
- Knowledge of IEC60076. Knowledge of offshore requirements are also preferred
- Should have worked independently on tender and project designs
Additional Requirements
- Shall be able to demonstrate GE VernovaWay ( Innovative, customer oriented, Lean is how we work, One Team Approach, Be Accountable).
- Shall demonstrate focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GEV Grid Solutions:
At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why we come to work:
At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
What we offer:
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
Why GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a global energy technology company on a mission to electrify and decarbonise the world. Our HVDC Solution Line at Stafford is a recognised centre of global excellence — delivering the transformer systems and transmission solutions that connect renewable energy sources to grids across continents.
GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. We offer varied, competitive benefits designed to reward performance and support your personal and family needs. We invest in your development through continued on-the-job learning and a culture that values deep engineering expertise — and in a role like this, you'll apply and develop your skills on some of the most technically demanding transformer projects in the world.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Skills Required
- Electrical or mechanical engineering qualification, or equivalent experience
- Hands-on experience designing power transformers
- Experience with transformer design calculations and active part design
- Experience with 3D and 2D design tools, such as Inventor and AutoCAD
- Experience with document management systems, such as Windchill
- Knowledge of IEC 60076
- Ability to work independently on tender and project designs
- Experience with tank and external transformer design
- Experience with 400 kV and above transformer design
- HVDC transformer experience
- Offshore transformer experience and requirements knowledge
- Experience performing or reviewing Finite Element Analysis
- Knowledge of CTQ parameters and Design FMEA
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
GE Vernova Insights
What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
Why Work With Us
Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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