Engineering Manager
Virginia Transformer India Pvt Ltd - Delhi, a wholly owned subsidiary of Virginia - Georgia Transformer Corporation , the largest and fastest growing power transformer manufacturer in the US, has an immediate opening for an Engineering Manager to manage design engineers team in India.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Engineering Leadership : Lead the mechanical and / or electrical design of various types of transformers, with a strong focus on design Quality, Quantity and On time deliverables, ensuring designs meet customer specifications, industry standards (e.g., ANSI / IEEE, IEC), and internal quality requirements.
- Expertise : Utilize extensive experience in pad-mounted, medium and Power transformer design, including enclosure design, cable entry and termination, compartment layouts, cooling system integration, and security features.
- Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and R&D teams to ensure seamless project execution from concept to delivery.
- Mentorship : Potentially mentoring engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the design team and lead a high-performing technical team.
- Problem Solving : Diagnose and resolve complex design-related issues that may arise during manufacturing, testing, or field operation.
- Analysis & Simulation : Conduct design calculations, VLN, Andreson, stress analysis, thermal analysis, and other relevant simulations to validate designs and predict performance.
- Prototyping & Testing Support : Collaborate with manufacturing and testing teams during prototype development, testing, and validation phases, providing design input and troubleshooting support.
- Documentation : Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including BOMs, technical specifications, test procedures, and design reports.
- Metrics & Reporting : Define and monitor engineering metrics (KPIs) for design quality, throughput, and continuous improvement. Report regularly to senior management on project status, risks, team development, and cost savings.
- Customer Interaction : Serve as an engineering liaison with key customers—supporting technical presentations, addressing design queries, and managing expectations throughout project life cycles. Participate in customer audits, design reviews, and acceptance testing.
- Cost and Risk Management : Balance design performance with cost optimization and manufacturability. Identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
- Talent Acquisition : Participate in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new engineers as the department grows.
- Standards & Compliance : Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international standards, safety regulations, and customer-specific requirements.
- Continuous Improvement : Identify and implement design improvements to enhance product performance, reduce manufacturing costs, improve efficiency, and address customer feedback.
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Compliance : Ensure all design and engineering activities follow safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Promote and enforce a positive safety culture within the engineering function.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his / her actions.Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken and written word.Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.Team player.Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering from a recognized university.
Experience
15 to 20 years of progressive experience heavy electrical products such as Transformers / Switchgears.Mandatory : Demonstrable experience in Handling the Engineering function of pad-mounted transformers is essential.Strong understanding of transformer theory, principles of operation, and construction.Knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., ANSI / IEEE C57, IEC 60076 series).Familiarity with various transformer types transmission and distribution products and their applications.Experience in renewable energy systems, electric vehicle technology, Data center or industrial automation.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) or CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), MATLAB, VLN, Anderson, thermal and stress analysis tools are a plus.