# Senior Electrical Engineer

> Cam Tran · Colborne, Canada (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-10

**Salary:** CAD 117,700–194,100

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Engineering

## Description

S**enior Electrical Engineer**

**Location Colborne, Canada - Hybrid**

The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a key role in the design and development of distribution transformers in compliance with IEEE, CSA, and customer specifications. This role requires a deep understanding of transformer electrical design theory and principles, materials, and associated industry standards. The ideal candidate will provide technical support and work with different teams to improve product design, production, and testing, ensuring goals for performance, cost, and reliability are met.

 **Key Responsibilities:**

**Design & Development:**

·       Design, develop and review electrical specifications for distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with IEEE, CSA, DOE, and customer requirements.

·       Develop and review electrical designs for distribution transformers including core type and sizing, coil designs, switch and tap selector components and connections, etc. as needed for custom and non-standard configurations.

·       Perform electrical calculations, including impedance, losses, efficiency, insulation and fuse coordination, and short-circuit strength.

·       Utilize engineering software (proprietary transformer design tools and in specific cases software as ANSYS, MATLAB, or similar) for electrical modeling and simulation.

·       Participate in design reviews and analysis related to product performance and manufacturability.

·       Participate and support new product development and improvement initiatives to maintain market competitiveness of company products and solutions.

**Standards and Compliance:**

·       Ensure designs meet applicable industry regulations and standards including applicable utility and customer specifications.

·       Stay updated on evolving industry standards, participating in and representing the company on industrial committees and technical events as required.

·       Support all electrical certification and testing requirements, including dielectric, loss and efficiency and short circuit performance.

**Collaboration and Coordination:**

·       Work closely with design engineers and other team members to validate design requirements.

·       Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance departmental efficiencies and output quality.

·       Provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams, including winding specifications, component/material selection, and hook-up requirements.

 ·       Support customers with technical inquiries, offering guidance on application and performance requirements.

·       Provide technical support during prototype builds, production, and customer testing.

·       Participate in pre-order and post-order design reviews to confirm technical compliance and mitigate risks.

## Requirements

Education:

·       Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in electrical engineering or a related field.

Experience:

·       10+ years of experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment in transformer manufacturing.

**Skills and Competencies:**

·       Proficiency in engineering design and analysis tools (e.g., CAD, FEA, simulation software, etc.) as well as productivity and ERP software.

·       Proficiency in distribution transformer design, associated manufacturing processes, and application of applicable industry standards such as ANSI, IEEE, IEC, CSA.

·       Understanding of mechanical fabrication and related systems.

·       Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.

·       Ability to lead diverse teams and foster collaboration across departments and disciplines as needed.

## Benefits

### **Why Join Cam Tran**

Competitive salary and benefits

-   Salary Range - 117,000 to 155,900 plus **Annual Incentive Compensation eligible**

L.E.A.R.N. development program

Clean, safety-first workplace with ISO 9001:2015 registration

Growth-oriented, values-driven culture

Cam Tran welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

  
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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