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Principal Design Engineer

Transformers Magazine

Job Location : St Johnsbury,VT, USA

Posted on : 2025-06-17T13:01:19Z

Job Description :

1 Gordon Mills Way, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, USA

Full-time, on-site

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Allow us to introduce ourselves

We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.

Weidmann Electrical Technology has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.

The role

The Principal Design Engineer provides technical guidance to internal and external customers on the application of our Weidmanns materials and products in transformer insulation designs, in order to achieve our business growth objectives.

How youll make an impact
  • Advise managers, executives, and global technical teams on technical matters, including key products, projects, and best practices.
  • Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitor developments to maintain Weidmanns leadership.
  • Provide technical support and training to engineers, enhancing their capabilities and ensuring industry standards compliance.
  • Participate in industry committees and events to communicate Weidmanns insulation expertise.
  • Support customer satisfaction through direct technical assistance and collaboration with the commercial team.
  • Lead and coordinate innovation projects from ideation to commercial launch.
  • Ensure proper project documentation in line with QMS, EMS, and regulatory requirements.
What do you bring
  • Minimum of Bachelors degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • 10 to 15 years of relevant working experience with transformer design and/ormanufacturing experience, product development or R&D experience.
  • Leadership, project management, and external customer interaction experience is highly desirable.
  • Excellent English proficiency (verbal and written), strong computer (e.g., MS Office, CAD), interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel internationally when needed.
  • Maintain, update and develop various department schedules to ensure on-time completion of projects and to meet department KPIs.
  • Involvement in IEEE or other industry groups preferred.
What do we offer?
  • Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
  • 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee referral program
  • Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced thata diverse and inclusive workenvironmentincreasesmutual understanding and innovationofourbusiness.

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