Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer – Power Transformers

Location: Denver, Colorado, USA

Salary: $140,000 – $180,000 (depending on skills and experience)

Employment Type: Permanent

Industry: Energy & Renewables

Role Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Design Engineer for Power Transformers to support complex design, remanufacturing, upgrade, and life-extension engineering projects on large liquid‑filled power transformers (up to 345 kV / 200 MVA). This role involves hands‑on technical work throughout the full engineering lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed thermal, electrical, mechanical, and short‑circuit calculations to support transformer design and upgrades.

• Create and review engineering drawings, technical documentation, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

• Conduct failure analysis and root‑cause investigations on transformer components.

• Work closely with manufacturing, testing, and field teams to ensure design accuracy and execution.

• Provide technical input for customer proposals and project solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Master’s a plus).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transformer coil/active‑part design or similar electrical design role.

• Experience with transformer design software and short‑circuit modeling.

• Strong understanding of insulation systems, losses, inrush current, and mechanical forces in high‑voltage equipment.

• Proficiency with CAD tools like AutoCAD, Solid Works, or equivalent.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and collaboration.

Travel & Relocation:

• Some travel required (typical 10 – 15 %).

• Relocation to the Denver engineering hub is encouraged for long‑term candidates.