Electrical Engineer 2

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Referral rewards program

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is looking for an Electrical Engineer II to lead the electrical design and development of distribution transformers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and over 7 years of experience in a manufacturing setting. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating across departments. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment involving electrical distribution equipment, preferably transformers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for electrical design and development of distribution transformers.
• Prepare, validate, and review detailed designs and technical documents.
• Interpret and apply relevant industry standards to ensure compliance.

Skills

Proficiency with engineering design and analysis tools (CAD, FEA, simulation software)

Strong knowledge of distribution transformer design

Strong understanding of electrical wiring practices

Basic understanding of sheet-metal and tank fabrication

Strong project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in diverse, cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Tools

CAD

FEA

Simulation software

Productivity/ERP systems

Job description

Position Description

The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for the electrical design and development of distribution transformers in accordance with IEEE, CSA, and customer specifications. This role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles as applied to transformer applications. Responsibilities include preparing, validating, and reviewing detailed designs, calculations, and technical documents that comply with applicable standards and manufacturing constraints.

Design and Development

• Develop and validate transformer electrical configurations, including high- and low-voltage winding arrangements (delta, wye, series/parallel), impedance, and insulation coordination for voltage classes up to 35 kV.
• Perform and verify engineering calculations related to core and load losses, impedance and voltage regulation flux and current density, dielectric withstand, and BIL requirements.
• Define and specify major electrical components such as tap changers, dual-voltage switches, bushings, arrestors, fusing, terminal arrangements, and transformer accessories (PRDs, gauges, etc.).
• Prepare and review technical design documentation, including connection diagrams, nameplate data, tap‑changer/switch wiring details, and electrical bills of materials.

Standards and Compliance

• Interpret and apply relevant industry standards (IEEE, CSA, DOE) to ensure all designs meet compliance and quality expectations.
• Participate in design reviews and support root‑cause analysis for production or field issues.
• Contribute to design standardization efforts, engineering tools, templates, and best practices across transformer product lines.
• Stay current with evolving industry standards and participate in technical or compliance‑related events when needed.
• Support certification and testing activities, including losses, dielectric, short‑circuit, and impulse testing.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Coordinate with mechanical engineering to ensure proper integration of bushing locations, clearances, and component layout configurations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve non-conformances, implement engineering changes, and validate design improvements.
• Partner with the sales team to provide technical clarification and support during order review when necessary.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience

• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment involving electrical distribution equipment, preferably transformers.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency with engineering design and analysis tools (CAD, FEA, simulation software) and productivity/ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of distribution transformer design, associated manufacturing processes, and applicable industry standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC, CSA).
• Strong understanding of electrical wiring practices and transformer operating principles.
• Basic understanding of sheet‑metal and tank fabrication.
• Strong project‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, cross‑functional teams and collaborate across departments.

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• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plans