Senior Design Engineer - Transformers

Location:

Ramadan City , El-Sharkia, Egypt

Job ID:

R0145844

Date Posted:

2026-10-04

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TRANSFORMERS S.A.E

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Engineer - Transformer s 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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