Mechanical Design Engineer | Power Transformer | Saudi Arabia

Client of Hudson Manpower

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of Power Transformers (up to 50 MVA, 132kV)

• Preparation of:

  • General Arrangement (GA) drawings

  • Fabrication & manufacturing drawings

  • Bill of Materials (BOM)

• Design of key components:

  • Transformer tank, cover & radiators

  • Conservator & oil preservation systems

  • Core clamping structures

  • Bushing arrangements & support structures

B. Technical Coordination

• Coordinate with:

  • Electrical Design Team

  • Production & Manufacturing

  • Quality Assurance (QA/QC)

  • Procurement & Vendors

• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions

• Ensure alignment with customer specifications and project requirements

C. Manufacturing & Testing Support

• Provide technical support during:

  • Fabrication & assembly

  • Inspection & testing (FAT)

• Resolve design-related issues during production

• Ensure smooth transition from design to manufacturing

D. Design Optimization

• Optimize designs for:

  • Structural strength & durability

  • Thermal performance (cooling efficiency)

  • Cost-effectiveness

• Improve existing designs through continuous development initiatives

Required Experience

• Minimum 7+ years in Transformer Mechanical Design

• Experience in:

  • Power Transformer manufacturing industry

  • Design of transformers up to 132kV class

• Exposure to fabrication and production processes

Technical Skills Software Skills

• AutoCAD (Mandatory)

• PTC Creo / NX / Inventor (Preferred)

• MS Office

Core Knowledge

• Transformer tank & structural design

• Cooling systems (radiators, oil flow concepts)

• Material selection & fabrication standards

• Mechanical stress & load calculations

• Thermal expansion & vibration analysis

Standards & Compliance

• Knowledge of:

  • IEC Standards

  • ANSI Standards

• Awareness of:

  • ISO 9001 Quality Management System

  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

  • Industrial Safety practices