Mechanical 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.

Va Transformer, a leading manufacturer of custom-engineered transformers, is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Pocatello, Idaho. This role is ideal for a dynamic and innovative professional with a passion for excellence in engineering and a minimum of two years of experience in a related field. Our ideal candidate will possess either an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and will demonstrate a strong foundation in engineering principles and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and analyze mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging.

- Conduct product testing and validation to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and improve product designs for manufacturability and efficiency.

- Utilize CAD software for design and simulation purposes.

- Perform stress analysis and thermal analysis of transformer components using appropriate engineering methods and software.

- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design drawings and specifications, project reports, and product manuals.

- Participate in the troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical issues that arise during the manufacturing process.

- Ensure projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints.

- Stay abreast of advancements in mechanical engineering and related technologies.

Qualifications

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

- A minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

- Knowledge of material properties and manufacturing processes.

- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools is a plus.

- Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations.

Benefits

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

- A dynamic and supportive work environment.

- Participation in innovative and challenging projects.