Senior Transformer Design Engineer - HVDC/400kV

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

GE Vernova - Grid Solutions in Stafford seeks a Lead Designer for Transformer projects. You will craft performance-driven designs, perform calculations, and prepare 3D/2D drawings for high-voltage transformers, including HVDC and offshore experience.

Lead cross-functional coordination with customers, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring right-first-time delivery within budget while applying IEC60076 standards and advanced windings, insulation, and lead exit considerations.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical engineer with power transformer experience.
• Proficient with 3D/2D tools (Inventor, AutoCad) and document systems (WindChill).
• Knowledge of IEC60076; HVDC/400kV transformer design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare transformer detailed designs and drawings with calculations.
• Lead stakeholder communication across projects, tendering, manufacturing, and quality.
• Select components for ordering and manufacturing; ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

Skills

Transformer design knowledge

3D CAD (Inventor/AutoCAD)

FEA

Project coordination

IEC60076 knowledge

Education

Electrical or mechanical engineer degree

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD

WindChill

Job description

GE Vernova - Grid Solutions in Stafford seeks a Lead Designer for Transformer projects. You will craft performance-driven designs, perform calculations, and prepare 3D/2D drawings for high-voltage transformers, including HVDC and offshore experience.

Lead cross-functional coordination with customers, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring right-first-time delivery within budget while applying IEC60076 standards and advanced windings, insulation, and lead exit considerations.