Integrated Power Services · 1 month ago
Design Engineer, Power Transformers
Denver, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$170K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expIntegrated Power Services (IPS) is seeking innovative and dynamic engineers to join their team. The Design Engineer, Power Transformers will develop, optimize, and support the design of liquid-filled power transformers, collaborating with various teams to ensure accurate and reliable designs while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Electrical DistributionIndustrial Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and/or reverse engineer transformer coils and active parts for liquid-filled power and special application transformers up to 200MVA, 345kV class
Identify opportunities for upgrade and optimization in active part designs to meet customer performance, efficiency, and reliability requirements
Partner with IPS Transformer Engineers and Transformer Winders to enhance legacy design, manufacturing, and training processes
Providing technical support for both internal teams and external stakeholders
Develop and implement design work scopes for liquid-filled power and special application transformers
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and design documentation in accordance with industry standards and customer requirements
Perform thermal, electrical, mechanical, and short circuit calculations to support transformer design and performance validation
Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and field service teams to ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with project specifications
Provide technical support and design expertise to internal teams, customers, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle
Participate in design reviews, root cause analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and design efficiency
Stay current with industry standards, codes, and technological advancements related to transformer design and manufacturing
Support proposal and quotation activities by providing technical input and cost estimates as needed
Assist with implementation of safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects
Partner with IPS Business Teams to support R&D innovation projects and activities
Candidate will be expected to travel within North America per business need
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in transformer coil and active part design and repair
Experience with established transformer coil design and short circuit modeling software
Strong knowledge of industry standards and transformer applications
Understanding of Transformer Electrical Design, Thermal, Dielectrics, Short circuit and sound performance and transformer mechanics
Ability to perform various calculations involving transformer turns, iron/ copper-loss, energization inrush current and similar transformer components
Ability to perform advanced diagnostic assessments to troubleshoot transformer winding, core, or structure
Ability to perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and develop technical solutions to OEM and Aftermarket design related problems
Write failure reports with critical technical analysis
Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite
Ability to develop component part drawings in AutoCAD, Solid Works or similar
Ability to prioritize and maintain a high degree of organization
Excellent time management
Candidate must be able to travel freely between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico without Visa sponsorship
Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Innovative and detail-oriented mindset
Preferred
Domain expertise with various transformer types, sizes, and OEM's is preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401k Employer Match
Bonus Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Medical, Dental and Vision plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
And more!
Company
Integrated Power Services
Integrated Power Services is an engineering company that offers electric motors and generators services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-10-19Acquired
Leadership Team
John Zuleger
President and CEO
Robert Koren
Former CEO/Owner at NAT'L - now in an advisory role with IPS
Recent News
2025-12-19
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