Electrical Design Manager – EHV Power Transformers (Up to 500 MVA, 400 kV Class)

A highly accomplished Electrical Design Manager with extensive experience in leading the design, engineering, and development of Extra High Voltage (EHV) power transformers up to 500 MVA, 400 kV class . Proven expertise in conceptual design, detailed engineering, insulation coordination, short-circuit analysis, thermal and mechanical design, and advanced software-based simulations.

Strong leadership capabilities in managing cross-functional engineering teams, coordinating with manufacturing, quality, testing, sourcing, and project management departments to deliver reliable, cost-optimized, and standards-compliant transformer solutions.

Core Competencies

• EHV Transformer Design : Expertise in electromagnetic design, insulation design (OIP / OF), thermal design, tank and mechanical structure, and auxiliary systems for transformers up to 500 MVA, 400 kV.
• International Standards : Strong command of IEC, IEEE / ANSI, IS, EN, and utility-specific specifications.
• Design Calculations & Tools :
• EM design software (e.g., Flux, MagNet, ANSYS, RTD tools)
• Short-circuit withstand analysis
• Lightning impulse, switching impulse, and insulation coordination
• Thermal modeling (ONAN / ONAF / ODAF / OFWF cooling)
• Testing & Validation : Expertise in FAT, type tests, special tests, dielectric tests, SC tests, and temperature rise tests.
• Failure Analysis : Skilled at root cause analysis, diagnostics, and design optimization for improved reliability.
• Project & Team Leadership : Proven ability to lead design teams, review drawing packages, GTPs, BoQs, test protocols, and interact with customers, consultants, and certification bodies.
• Cost Optimization : Experience in material selection, design optimization, and cost-effective engineering without compromising quality or reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Professional Experience

Education

Soft Skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines with high precision