R&D Electrical Designer

Trench Group GmbH; Pickering; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Canada is seeking a skilled R&D Electrical Designer to work on high voltage transformer design. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in electrical design, ensuring compliance with standards and customer specifications. Responsibilities include developing innovative engineering solutions and standardizing designs. The role values a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, offering extensive professional support and a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $100,000 annually.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support from experienced professionals

Opportunity for practical experience in innovative projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical design of medium or high‑voltage products.
• Experience with commissioning and maintenance is an asset.
• Strong understanding of international standards for electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Design oil-insulated transformers for high voltage applications.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and relevant standards.
• Develop internal calculation procedures and modify product designs.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

R&D Electrical Designer

On-site | Full time | Senior (5+ years)

About us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the‑art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance.

We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Our Values

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility

A Snapshot of Your Day

The R&D Electrical Designer will work with the Research & Development team to design oil‑insulated, freestanding inductive Current, Voltage, and Combi transformers ranging from 72.5 kV to 765 kV. These transformers are used for metering, protection, and control of high‑voltage systems. The successful candidate will standardize existing designs and develop innovative engineering solutions to ensure best‑in‑class product performance, reliability, efficiency, and customer experience. This role involves close collaboration with customers, internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop and implement technical solutions that ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Your Tasks:

• Perform electrical design of transformers, including core, primary, and secondary winding design; bushing design; and accuracy calculations in accordance with customer specifications and rule books.
• Ensure that products meet customer specifications and the requirements of international and Canadian standards.
• Standardize designs, develop and improve internal calculation procedures and tools, update material specifications, and modify product designs to ensure 100% First Pass Yield.
• Prepare inspection and test plans, as well as routine and type test programs, in accordance with applicable standards and customer specifications.
• Contribute to root cause analyses of electrical failures during Factory Acceptance Tests and in service and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Support the supplier process and product qualification process by providing material specifications, reviewing and approving supplier drawings to ensure compliance with technical requirements, providing inspection and test instructions, reviewing performance test results, and evaluating supplier deviation requests.
• Collaborate and network across Trench’s global group of companies in areas of responsibility such as calculation procedures, processes, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Plan, execute, and supervise assigned activities, and report to the Engineering and R&D Manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or a comparable specialization.
• At least 5 years of professional experience and expertise in the electrical design of medium‑or high‑voltage products, such as power/distribution transformers, instrument transformers, switchgear, or high‑voltage equipment/system design with measurement and protection applications. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered.
• Experience in the commissioning and/or operation and maintenance of the above‑mentioned equipment is an asset.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying relevant international and local standards governing the design and installation of electrical components in North America (including ANSI, IEEE, IEC, CSA).
• Knowledge of international standards for instrument transformers is an asset.
• Ability to focus on detailed work and manage multiple tasks in parallel while maintaining high quality standards and meeting project deadlines.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, with leadership and intercultural competence.
• Open‑minded, results‑driven, and solution‑oriented, with strong analytical and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, supported by basic commercial knowledge.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for national and international business (technical conferences, standardization committees, supplier and customer visits).

We offer:

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation range for this position is $60,000 – $100,000 / Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job‑related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations.

• The opportunityto gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurementtechnology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward‑looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Trench is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation.

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