WEG

Electrical Design Engineer

WEG$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years experience in transformer design
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems and manufacturing processes
  • Proficiency in standard office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design 3-phase, 50/60 Hz distribution and power transformers up to 230kV
  • Verify transformer performance under various conditions
  • Interpret customer specs and define transformer requirements
  • Create and submit customer and shop drawings along with manufacturing instructions
  • Develop test protocols and review factory test reports
  • Respond to customer inquiries with techno-commercial solutions

Benefits

  • Paid vacation
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Health savings accounts
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Your Role: Electrical Design Engineer

We need a transformer-savvy electrical engineer to join our U.S. Power Transformers team in Washington, MO. You will lead quoting and design efforts for 3-phase distribution and/or power transformers rated up to 230kV. You will solve complex technical challenges, support customers, and improve product quality through hands-on engineering and collaboration.

What You'll Do
  • Design 3-phase, 50/60 Hz distribution and/or power transformers with ratings of up to 230kV
  • Verify transformer performance under short circuit, overvoltage, and thermal conditions
  • Interpret customer specifications and define accurate transformer requirements
  • Create and submit customer drawings, shop drawings, and manufacturing instructions
  • Develop test protocols and review factory test reports
  • Respond to customer inquiries and deliver techno-commercial solutions

What You Bring
  • Proven experience designing distribution or power transformers
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and customer teams
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills


Why You'll Love Working Here

We offer competitive pay and a full benefits package, including:
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Health savings accounts
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development

We do not accept third-party submissions.

https://www.weg.us /careers

Requirements

Basic:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • Ability to work within the WEG Code of Ethics & Values. ( WEG Code of Ethics, 4th Edition )
  • 3 + Years of experience and strong knowledge and experience with engineering principles and procedures.
  • Strong mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate in basic English;
  • Demonstrated examples of taking initiative, identifying new methods and approaches, and challenging current methods of working;
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks;
  • Experience using standard office productivity software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint;
  • Must complete: application, talent assessment, job interview, pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  • Have current work authorization for employment in the United States.

Preferred:
  • Prior experience in distribution or power transformer industry
  • Proficiency using AutoCAD
  • Experience with SAP
  • Experience analyzing and troubleshooting power quality;
  • Experience analyzing system designs;
  • Resides or plans to reside within reasonable commuting distance;

About WEG

WEG is a Brazilian multinational company that produces electric motors, generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1961 and has since grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world. WEG operates in several industries including oil and gas, mining, and renewable energy. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. WEG has received several awards for its sustainability efforts and was named one of the world's most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights in 2021.
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33,342 employees
Industry
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