Mechanical Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Colborne, Ontario
On site - Permanent position
The Mechanical Engineer II will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of distribution transformers in compliance with IEEE, CSA, and customer specifications. This role requires a solid foundation of mechanical engineering design principles as they pertain to structural and thermal requirements unique to transformer applications. This role involves preparation and review of detailed designs and calculations in accordance with applicable standards and manufacturing constraints.
Design and Development:
- Design, develop and review mechanical specifications for distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
- Develop mechanical designs for distribution transformers including tank, core-coil frame assemblies, cooling systems, lifting/handling features, etc. as needed for custom and non-standard configurations.
- Perform mechanical calculations such as structural strength for short circuit forces, thermal performance, and tolerance stack-ups.
- Verify bushing locations, terminal clearances and overall component and accessory layouts.
- Utilize engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidEdge, or proprietary transformer design tools) for mechanical design, modeling and analysis.
- Prepare and review manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and 3D CAD models.
- Participate, as required, in product development and improvement initiatives to maintain market competitiveness of company products and solutions.
Standards and Compliance:
- Interpret and apply relevant industry standards (e.g., IEEE, ASTM and CSA) to ensure compliance.
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions with customers, and root cause analysis of production or issues.
- Contribute to standardization of transformer designs and development of design tools, templates, and best practices.
- Stay updated on evolving industry standards, participating in industrial committees and technical events as required.
- Support certification and testing requirements such as pressure/rupture/vacuum testing, tamper proof/enclosure integrity testing, dielectric, short circuit and arc fault testing, and thermal performance validation.
Collaboration and Coordination:
- Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve non-conformances, implement engineering changes, and validate design improvements.
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams, including weld specifications, component/material selection, and fit-up requirements to optimize transformer performance, efficiency, and cost.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance departmental efficiencies and output quality, supporting prototype builds, production, and customer testing as required
Qualifications:
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree, in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Experience:
- 5 + years of experience in design engineering, preferably within a transformer manufacturing environment.
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 relevant industry standards such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, and CSA.
- Strong understanding of transformer operating principles and sheet metal fabrication including tank design and thermal cooling.
- Understanding of electrical wiring 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 work independently and in diverse teams, collaborating across departments and disciplines as needed.
Benefits
Why Join Cam Tran
- Competitive salary and benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Annual Incentive Plan Bonus 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.
About CAM TRAN
For those of you who don’t know who we are, we are the manufacturer of distribution transformers! In other words we are an extension of essential services and key component to keeping everyone’s lights on at home! Cool, right?!
With over 35 years of operations in the utility industry, Cam Tran is highly depended upon by most major Canadian Electrical Utility Companies as a primary supplier for the essential power service. We want to immediately offer individuals the opportunity to be a part of this industry and join our family of transformer assembly operators, with full time employment contracts!
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Mechanical Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Colborne, Ontario
On site - Permanent position
The Mechanical Engineer II will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of distribution transformers in compliance with IEEE, CSA, and customer specifications. This role requires a solid foundation of mechanical engineering design principles as they pertain to structural and thermal requirements unique to transformer applications. This role involves preparation and review of detailed designs and calculations in accordance with applicable standards and manufacturing constraints.
Design and Development:
- Design, develop and review mechanical specifications for distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
- Develop mechanical designs for distribution transformers including tank, core-coil frame assemblies, cooling systems, lifting/handling features, etc. as needed for custom and non-standard configurations.
- Perform mechanical calculations such as structural strength for short circuit forces, thermal performance, and tolerance stack-ups.
- Verify bushing locations, terminal clearances and overall component and accessory layouts.
- Utilize engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidEdge, or proprietary transformer design tools) for mechanical design, modeling and analysis.
- Prepare and review manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and 3D CAD models.
- Participate, as required, in product development and improvement initiatives to maintain market competitiveness of company products and solutions.
Standards and Compliance:
- Interpret and apply relevant industry standards (e.g., IEEE, ASTM and CSA) to ensure compliance.
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions with customers, and root cause analysis of production or issues.
- Contribute to standardization of transformer designs and development of design tools, templates, and best practices.
- Stay updated on evolving industry standards, participating in industrial committees and technical events as required.
- Support certification and testing requirements such as pressure/rupture/vacuum testing, tamper proof/enclosure integrity testing, dielectric, short circuit and arc fault testing, and thermal performance validation.
Collaboration and Coordination:
- Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve non-conformances, implement engineering changes, and validate design improvements.
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams, including weld specifications, component/material selection, and fit-up requirements to optimize transformer performance, efficiency, and cost.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance departmental efficiencies and output quality, supporting prototype builds, production, and customer testing as required
Qualifications:
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree, in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Experience:
- 5 + years of experience in design engineering, preferably within a transformer manufacturing environment.
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 relevant industry standards such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, and CSA.
- Strong understanding of transformer operating principles and sheet metal fabrication including tank design and thermal cooling.
- Understanding of electrical wiring 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 work independently and in diverse teams, collaborating across departments and disciplines as needed.
Benefits
Why Join Cam Tran
- Competitive salary and benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Annual Incentive Plan Bonus 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.
About CAM TRAN
For those of you who don’t know who we are, we are the manufacturer of distribution transformers! In other words we are an extension of essential services and key component to keeping everyone’s lights on at home! Cool, right?!
With over 35 years of operations in the utility industry, Cam Tran is highly depended upon by most major Canadian Electrical Utility Companies as a primary supplier for the essential power service. We want to immediately offer individuals the opportunity to be a part of this industry and join our family of transformer assembly operators, with full time employment contracts!
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