Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Transformers (Remote)

Native American Transformer Services, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Native American Transformer Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead assessments, diagnostics, and lifecycle management for power transformers across a national project portfolio.

You will own technical evaluations for 5 MVA to 500+ MVA units, drive advanced testing, and provide client-site engineering oversight nationwide. The ideal candidate has extensive transformer experience, mentoring skills, and the ability to coordinate with utilities, OEMs, EPC contractors, and

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience with focus on power transformers.
• Expertise in transformer diagnostics: DGA, Power Factor Testing, Insulation Resistance Testing, Turns Ratio Testing.
• Root cause failure analysis and refurbishment/replacement recommendations.
• Knowledge of transformer protection systems: differential relays, overcurrent protection, system coordination.
• Experience supporting utility interconnection projects, substation transformers, and renewables.
• Familiarity with IEEE and NETA standards; NEC knowledge.
• Ability to review and approve engineering drawings, test plans, and work instructions.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering assessments and diagnostics for transformers 5 MVA to 500+ MVA.
• Perform and interpret advanced transformer testing (DGA, PF testing, insulation resistance).
• Develop technical reports and repair recommendations from evaluations.
• Conduct root cause failure analyses and provide refurbishment guidance.
• Review engineering drawings, test plans, and work instructions for IEEE/NETA compliance.
• Travel to client facilities nationwide for oversight and guidance.
• Coordinate with project managers to deliver projects on schedule and within scope.
• Mentor junior engineers on transformer applications, testing methods, reliability engineering.

Skills

Power transformers

Transformer diagnostics

DGA

Condition assessment

Reliability engineering

Oil analysis

Insulation systems

Bushings

Tap changers

Distribution transformers

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Native American Transformer Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead assessments, diagnostics, and lifecycle management for power transformers across a national project portfolio.

You will own technical evaluations for 5 MVA to 500+ MVA units, drive advanced testing, and provide client-site engineering oversight nationwide. The ideal candidate has extensive transformer experience, mentoring skills, and the ability to coordinate with utilities, OEMs, EPC contractors, and