Role Description
We are seeking a Senior Engineer - Transformer Application to join our Grid Services team! As a Senior Engineer - Transformer Application, you will ensure the design and development of high-quality main power transformer and distribution transformer solutions that meet customer specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical engineering, experience in power systems and high voltage substations, and a commitment to delivering innovative and reliable products.
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Review customer specifications during bid stage, ensuring third party manufacturer transformer design packages meet and/or exceed technical requirements and applicable standards.
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Identify clarifications and deviations to customer specifications.
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Support sales on technical discussions with customers.
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Identify and recommend design changes to improve competitiveness and ensure consistency of third party designs for each customer.
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Assist and support the engineering team in technical execution throughout quote and project lifecycles.
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Serve as the technical liaison between the company, customers, and third party manufacturers, ensuring clear communication of specifications and expectations.
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Manage project timelines, deliverables, and documentation, ensuring compliance with both internal and external requirements.
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Make joint and solo calls to customers and manufacturers.
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Interface with customers and transformer manufacturers for resolution of technical problems.
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Provide a unified point of contact and technical expertise for products being designed and manufactured across multiple third party manufacturers.
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Promote value-add of the assigned products in competitive situations.
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Participate in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in product and complementary product areas.
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Contribute to the development, review, and approval of proposal packages, work scope definitions, cost estimates, engineering schedules, and technical documentation for quotes and projects.
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Understand market conditions, competitive forces, and identify areas for growth.
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Understand industry trends and technical developments that affect target markets.
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Maintain excellent relationships with vendor product managers and other selling resources.
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Provide basic transformer training to junior staff and customers when required.
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Research customer needs and stay current on product and application information, demonstrating sound product solutions for customers.
Qualifications
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Bachelors’ Degree - Engineering or related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
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7 years required, 10 years preferred of experience in high voltage main power transformers and distribution transformers.
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5 years required, 7 years preferred technical experience in high voltage substations.
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5 years required, 7 years preferred experience in the Transmission, Distribution, or Power Generation industry.
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5 years required, 7 years preferred experience reviewing technical drawings including electrical schematics, one & three-lines, etc.
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5 years required, 7 years preferred power transformer manufacturing knowledge and experience.
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Proven experience in electrical power systems, particularly in power transformer design and application.
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Strong understanding of industry regulations and safety standards pertaining to electrical and power engineering.
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Maintain expertise in main power transformer and distribution transformer products.
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Leadership – ability to formulate and communicate clear vision and sense of direction and mobilize people.
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Communication – ability to pass messages using different channels (verbal and written).
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Facilitating – ability to organize and facilitate multidisciplinary teams through structured workshops (strategic sessions, Kaizens, problem-solving sessions).
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Change management – ability to communicate a need for change, create all necessary conditions for successful change, and overcome different forms of resistance.
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Coaching – ability to coach people to develop their skills and abilities to achieve agreed-upon objectives.
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Training – ability to identify and formulate training needs and assure training execution and follow-up.
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Ability to travel 0% - 25%.
Requirements
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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.
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For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.
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For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.
Benefits
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Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans.
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Additional details about benefits are available.
Company Description
At Wesco, we build, connect, power, and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.
Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.
Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.
