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Siemens Energy · 19 hours ago

Core & Clamping Design Engineer - Power Transformer

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Siemens Energy is an energy technology company with a commitment to sustainable and reliable energy solutions. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Core and Clamping for Power Transformers to deliver innovative designs and optimize end products while supporting factory construction and process implementation.

EnergyEnergy StorageIndustrialIndustrial AutomationOil and GasPower GridRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supporting factory construction and process implementation

Developing a high-performance engineering team

Coordinating all aspects of factory setup to ensure readiness for production

Understand the electrical design output and perform mechanical design, development and analysis of core and clamping assembly

Support the core and clamping manufacturing processes, quality inspections, failure analysis, concessions on tolerances, vendor development and responding queries from suppliers

Use 2D and 3D CAD software to model designs and individual parts to support the generation of 3D models, engineering drawings and prepare bills of material to support ordering of components like core clamps, tie-plates, top and bottom segments, winding supports, step blocks OD cooling parts, steel bandages etc

Prepare core cutting lists for cutting and slitting of cores for individual designs

Learn transformer design rules and use of transformer design calculation tools related to core and clamping

Collaborate on R&D projects for further product improvements

Perform advanced calculations like structural analysis (eg. using ANSYS, CREO simulate)

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering3D CAD CREO3D CAD PRO/E3D CAD InventorStructural Analysis (ANSYS)Power Transformer DesignIEEEANSIIEC Standards2D CAD (AutoCAD)Vendor DevelopmentQuality InspectionsEnglish Communication

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years in core/clamping or active part design for Power Transformers (≥50 MVA / 220 kV)

Strong knowledge of structural steel, insulation parts, core grades, and related materials (e.g., high tensile steel, GOES, laminated wood, pressboard)

Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, IEC standards for transformers and materials

Proficient in 3D CAD (CREO, PRO/E, Inventor), 2D CAD (AutoCAD), PDM systems (PDM Link, Teamcenter), and SAP for BOM creation

Excellent English communication skills; ability to work independently and coordinate with manufacturing and suppliers

Willing to relocate to Charlotte, NC

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization