Control Design Engineer

Former US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.” Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is “the engineering firm that makes transformers.”

We are the largest US-owned manufacturer of electric transformers in North America and have been helping to secure the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years.

We produce power transformers for any conceivable application – GSU, substations, auto-transformers, grounding transformers, drive duty, rectifier, exciter, voltage regulator, and other.

The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves every part of US industry from its five state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Control Design Engineer to join our team at Virginia Transformer. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of electrical and/or electronic circuits and components. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing and interpreting electrical and/or mechanical drawings, working with control schemes, and providing technical support to the production group.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design, manufacture, assemble, and test electrical and/or electronic circuits and components.

- Review and interpret electrical and/or mechanical drawings, with a clear understanding of control schemes and operational functions.

- Provide technical resolution and support to the production group regarding design-related queries and issues.

- Collaborate with the design group on the assembly and fabrication of junction boxes and address technical questions from production.

- Conduct final visual, electrical, and functional inspections of junction boxes, ensuring accuracy and quality standards.

- Assist in programming transformer monitoring and control relays.

- Proficiently handle industry-standard design software packages.

- Troubleshoot and resolve problems using effective methodologies and techniques.

- Utilize MS Office applications for reporting and communication purposes.

- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure project goals are achieved.

Qualifications:

- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or an equivalent field.

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design, manufacturing, and testing of electrical and/or electronic circuits and components.

- Proficient in using industry-standard design software.

- Strong knowledge of junction box assembly, fabrication, and inspection processes.

- Experience in programming transformer monitoring and control relays.

- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

- Proficient in MS Office applications.

- Results-oriented with a strong focus on problem-solving and process improvement.

Skills & Competencies:

- Expertise in reviewing and interpreting electrical and mechanical control drawings.

- Strong problem-solving skills and experience in implementing resolution methodologies.

- Ability to work effectively with production teams and provide timely technical support.

- Proficiency in handling and programming transformer control relays.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development.