Design Engineer

Virginia Transformer Corp; Troutville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborate with experienced engineers

Work on innovative energy solutions

Job summary

A leading power transformer manufacturer in Troutville, Virginia, is seeking a Design Engineer to enhance its engineering team. This role will focus on developing junction box assemblies for power transformer systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Engineering and substantial design experience, preferably with CAD tools. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative energy solutions and work within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of design engineering experience in electrical equipment or industrial manufacturing.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and enclosure design.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop junction box assemblies for power transformer systems.
• Produce engineering drawings and BOMs using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure efficient designs.

Skills

Design engineering experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Job description

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Location: Troutville, Virginia

Position Overview

Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a Design Engineer – Junction Box to join our engineering team in Troutville, Virginia. This role is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of junction box assemblies used in power transformer systems. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, production, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements.

This position plays a key role in supporting Virginia Transformer’s continued growth by delivering reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective electrical enclosure solutions for utility, industrial, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop junction box assemblies and related electrical enclosure components for power transformer systems.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs) using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are efficient, manufacturable, and scalable.
• Review and interpret customer specifications, engineering standards, and project requirements.
• Support new product development and engineering change initiatives.
• Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support to production and field teams.
• Work with supply chain and vendors to identify suitable materials and components.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, electrical codes, and internal quality requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support ERP/PLM updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3–10+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in electrical equipment, enclosures, transformers, switchgear, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with CAD design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and enclosure design.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and electrical integration.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and production teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with power transformers, substations, or power distribution equipment.
• Knowledge of UL, IEEE, or electrical equipment standards.
• Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation control.

Why Join Virginia Transformer?

• Join one of North America’s fastest-growing power transformer manufacturers.
• Work on products that support energy infrastructure, data centers, and grid modernization.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.