Electrical Engineer - Dry-Type Transformers (Onsite, Bristol, WI)

Knowit Training; Town of Bristol (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowit Training is seeking an Electrical Engineer for dry type transformer design and development in Bristol, WI. The role focuses on design, analysis, testing, and continuous improvement of medium/low voltage transformers, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and R&D teams.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in dry-type transformer engineering, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to lead projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive engineering experience within the dry type electrical distribution transformer industry required.
• Experience with medium voltage and low voltage transformer design strongly preferred.
• Experience with Dry-Type Transformers required.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations in a high-volume industrial environment preferred.
• Prior experience in sustaining engineering, product development, or R&D engineering environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of: Electromagnetic theory, Electrical power systems, Thermal dynamics, Insulation systems, Short-circuit analysis.
• Knowledge of transformer materials including: Copper and aluminum windings, Insulation systems.
• Proficiency in electrical calculations and engineering analysis tools.
• Experience interpreting and applying: IEEE standards, ANSI standards, NEMA standards, DOE efficiency regulations
• Familiarity with ERP and engineering systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical distribution dry type transformers.
• Perform electrical calculations and analysis related to core and coil design, thermal performance, short-circuit withstand capability, voltage regulation, and efficiency optimization.
• Develop and review transformer drawings, schematics, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
• Interpret and apply customer specifications, technical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) initiatives from concept through production launch.
• Evaluate design alternatives for manufacturability, reliability, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for product failures and field issues.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to improve quality and throughput.
• Provide technical support to production during assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Review and resolve production non-conformances and engineering deviations.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Assist in implementing engineering changes and maintaining configuration control.
• Support electrical testing activities including routine testing, design validation testing, impulse testing.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, DOE regulations, and CSA/UL as applicable.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with Quality teams on warranty claims and customer concerns.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal teams on technical requirements and solutions.
• Provide engineering support to Sales during quotation and bid reviews.
• Participate in customer meetings and technical reviews as required.
• Mentor junior engineers and engineering technicians.
• Support strategic initiatives involving product standardization, cost optimization, and innovation.
• Travel to Reynosa, MX or Celina, TN once a month.

Skills

Transformer design knowledge

Electrical engineering core

Thermal analysis

Regulatory standards awareness

Project leadership

Manufacturing collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks/Creo

MATLAB

ETAP

ANSYS Maxwell

SAP / Oracle / ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Knowit Training is seeking an Electrical Engineer for dry type transformer design and development in Bristol, WI. The role focuses on design, analysis, testing, and continuous improvement of medium/low voltage transformers, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and R&D teams.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in dry-type transformer engineering, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to lead projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.