Power Transformer Master layout Designer

Siemens Energy

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in Master Layout Design or Tank Design Engineering for power transformers over 100MVA/145kV
  • Expertise in developing master layouts and active part placements
  • Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g., CREO/PROe/Inventor) and 2D CAD (e.g., AutoCAD)
  • Experience with SAP for managing bill of materials
  • Strong communication skills in English and a proactive work ethic
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design teams to create customer-compliant master layouts
  • Analyze transport profiles and dimensions to optimize tank shapes
  • Determine placements of essential components while addressing spatial clearances
  • Prepare technical specifications and manage ordering of essential tank components
  • Utilize CAD software to model designs, create engineering drawings, and generate bills of materials

Benefits

  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work culture
  • Company paid health and wellness benefits
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company match
  • Family building benefits
  • Parental leave
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Master Layout Designer, you will prepare comprehensive summaries of customer specifications while driving design innovations and optimizing end products. You will be responsible for the mechanical design during order execution, focusing on detailed designs and customer documentation for tanks and externals. Imagine overseeing the construction of our new manufacturing center in Charlotte, North Carolina, while implementing cutting-edge processes and developing a high-performance team to ensure readiness for production.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Collaborate with electrical, tank, and clamping designers to prepare master layouts that meet customer specifications.
  • Analyze transport profiles and active part dimensions to define tank shape and dimensions effectively.
  • Determine the placement of active parts, bushings, and tap changers while ensuring internal and external clearances are met.
  • Prepare technical specifications and order tanking components, including fans, pumps, and valves.
  • Utilize 2D and 3D CAD software to model designs, generate engineering drawings, and prepare bills of materials.

What You Bring
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience as a Master Layout Designer or Tank Design Engineer for power transformers above 100MVA/145kV. Those with more experience may be considered for a higher level and vice versa.
  • Strong conceptual knowledge in preparing master layouts, including defining tank shape and active part placements.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., CREO/PROe/Inventor) and 2D CAD (e.g., AutoCAD), along with experience in SAP for bill of materials.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a self-motivated approach to producing high-quality results.
  • Effective coordination skills with sales, electrical, mechanical, and control design engineers.
  • If not already located in Charlotte, NC, must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance may be provided).
  • Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division is dedicated to enabling a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. As the backbone of the energy transition, we offer leading solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization, high voltage switchgears, transformers, and digital grid technology. Our team is passionate about driving innovation and ensuring that our energy solutions meet the demands of a changing world.

Rewards/Benefits

Here are examples of the rewards and benefits Siemens Energy offers:
  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work culture
  • Company paid health and wellness benefits
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company match
  • Family building benefits
  • Parental leave

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