Transformer Specialist - T&D

Burns & McDonnell India; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell India is seeking a Transformer Specialist to provide consulting services to the electric power industry. The role involves conducting factory inspections, managing engineering work, and delivering high-level technical training to the internal team.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in transformer design, manufacturing, and testing. This position is full-time and based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, with no travel required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of experience in power engineering as a technical engineer or manager.
• Deep understanding of IEEE/IEC/NESC standards.
• Experience with FAT for high-voltage transformers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transformer factory inspections and audits.
• Plan and coordinate engineering work.
• Develop training classes to share technical knowledge with the team.

Skills

Transformer design knowledge

Electric power systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Project management skills

Education

PhD in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

PDF editing software

Job description

Job Description

The Transformer Specialist provides consulting services to the electric power industry. These services include transformer consulting and factory inspections. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this individual ensures alignment with client objectives and financial targets while collaborating with global teams, managing remote coordination and ensuring seamless time‑zone handoffs to deliver high‑quality outcomes. In addition to this, the individual provides high‑level technical training for the internal team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work assigned.
• Transformer factory inspections.
• Transformer factory audits.
• Transformer specification creation and reviews.
• Develop tools to improve the technical assessments of assets and broaden the capability of the group.
• Provide in‑house guidance on technical matters relating to transformer design, construction and performance.
• Advocate for client specifications and requests.
• Manage schedules, priorities, travels and meet company expectations.
• Promote an innovation culture that utilizes new tools, technology and processes to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Compile, implement and validate internal standards and technical specifications related to the area of expertise.
• Present to technical societies, contribute to industry standards development and publish technical papers.
• Develop and deliver training classes to share technical knowledge and expertise with the internal team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of 20 years of applicable experience.
• Master’s degree in engineering with a minimum of 18 years of applicable experience.
• PhD in engineering with a minimum of 16 years of applicable experience.
• 16 years of experience in the power engineering field as a technical engineer or technical manager with power transformer expertise.
• Technical experience in design, manufacturing, testing and commissioning of distribution and power transformers.
• FAT experience for high‑voltage transformers.
• Deep understanding of applicable IEEE/IEC/NESC and utility/client standards.
• Active participation in industry standards committees (e.g., IEEE, CIGRE).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fundamental knowledge of transformer design, construction and testing.
• General knowledge of electric power systems and apparatus.
• Good knowledge of principles and practices related to utility and electrical substation operation.
• Ability to read and understand technical and construction drawings.
• Good analytical and presentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of transform test equipment.
• Excellent relationship‑building skills with internal and external customers.
• Outstanding technical presentation skills when making presentations to a spectrum of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• A history of meeting customer‑driven deadlines.
• Analytical skills to problem‑solve and propose solutions.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF editing software.
• Understanding of safety‑by‑design concepts and constructability requirements in T&D projects.
• Mentoring and coaching skills to foster team development and long‑term career growth.
• Demonstrates the ability to positively influence others, lead change effectively and foster a strong, inclusive team culture.

Job Details

• Job title: Transformer Specialist
• Primary location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Travel: No
• Job ID: 262203