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This is a hands-on role requiring both technical guidance and active participation in the design process. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in mechanical engineering as it applies to transformer applications, and a collaborative mindset to ensure timely, cost-effective, and manufacturable designs that meet industry standards and customer expectations.\nKey Responsibilities:\nTeam Leadership:\nPlan and prioritize team workload to meet project schedules and organizational objectives.\nConduct performance reviews, training, and technical development of team members.\nSupervise, mentor and support a team of mechanical engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.\nDesign & Development:\nDesign, develop and review mechanical specifications for distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.\nDevelop and review mechanical designs for distribution transformers, including tanks, enclosures, radiators, lifting/grounding provisions, core-coil frame assemblies, and mounting structures. \nPerform mechanical calculations such as structural strength for short circuit forces, thermal performance, and tolerance stack-ups.\nUtilize engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidEdge, or proprietary transformer design tools) for mechanical design, modeling and simulation.\nPrepare and review manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and 3D CAD models, as required.\nEnsure designs meet applicable industry regulations and standards including utility and customer specifications. \nStay updated on evolving industry standards, participating in and representing the company on industrial committees and technical events as required.\nSupport all mechanical certification and testing requirements, including short circuit and thermal performance validation.\nProcess and Quality Improvement:\nSupport initiatives to standardize and optimize mechanical design processes.\nLead and support root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical design-related issues during production or testing.\nManage mechanical design review processes to ensure accuracy, adapting as necessary to different product types and configurations.\nCollaboration and Coordination:\nInterface with electrical design, production, quality, and supply chain teams to support manufacturability, testing, and cost-efficiency of mechanical designs.\nDrive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiencies and design quality.\nTroubleshoot and resolve mechanical design-related issues encountered during manufacturing.\nParticipate in pre-order and post-order design reviews to confirm technical compliance and mitigate risks.\nProvide technical guidance and direction to junior designers and engineers, contributing to the development of engineering standards and best practices.\nRequirements\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree, or higher, in mechanical or electrical engineering.\nExperience:\n15+ years of experience in design engineering of electrical distribution equipment, transformer design beneficial. \n3+ years of experience leading engineering teams or acting as a technical lead.\nSkills and Competencies:\nProficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidEdge, AutoCAD, etc.) and ERP systems.\nProficiency in distribution transformer design, associated manufacturing processes, and application of applicable industry standards such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, and CSA.\nStrong knowledge of fabrication, welding, and sheet metal design principles.\nUnderstanding of electrical wiring and related systems.\nStrong problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.\nStrong ability to work with, and manage, diverse and distributed teams.\n\nAcknowledgement\nThis job description is provided to briefly describe the work required for this position. This job description does not state or imply these are the only responsibilities or duties for this position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.\nBenefits\nWhy Join Cam Tran\nCompetitive salary and benefits\nSalary Range - 110,000 to 145,000 plus Annual Incentive Compensation eligible\nL.E.A.R.N. development program\nClean, safety-first workplace with ISO 9001:2015 registration\nGrowth-oriented, values-driven culture\nCam Tran welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.\nThank you in advance for your interest in this position. 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