What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Virginia Transformer Corp?
Electrical Engineer
Location: Rincon, GA
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, with over 50 years of experience delivering premium-quality solutions with some of the shortest lead times in the industry.
With more than 5,800 employees, we are a privately held, engineering-led company known for our nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you’re energized by working on equipment that powers the U.S. electric grid, supports data centers, and enables industrial growth — and you want to be hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment — this is the place for you.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and production of power transformers in our Rincon, GA manufacturing facility.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise in electrical design and the ability to work closely with manufacturing to ensure products are accurate, reliable, and built to specification. You will play a key role in translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs and supporting execution on the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Design electrical systems and components for power transformers including windings, insulation systems, and connections
- Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and design documentation
- Perform electrical calculations including load, impedance, losses, thermal performance, and short-circuit analysis
- Translate customer specifications into detailed, manufacturable designs
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and buildable
- Support production by troubleshooting electrical and design-related issues on the shop floor
- Participate in testing, validation, and quality assurance activities
- Review and validate bills of materials (BOMs), drawings, and specifications
- Drive continuous improvement in design, cost, quality, and lead time
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 3–6 years of experience in electrical design within a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals (power systems, circuits, electromagnetics)
- Experience performing engineering calculations related to electrical systems
- Ability to read and develop electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Hands-on experience working with manufacturing or production teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in transformer design, power systems, or high-voltage equipment
- Knowledge of insulation systems and thermal performance in transformers
- Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, IEC)
- Experience with ERP/PDM systems
- Exposure to testing and validation of electrical equipment
What Success Looks Like
- Designs are accurate, reliable, and aligned with customer specifications
- Strong collaboration with manufacturing results in smooth production and minimal rework
- Electrical issues are resolved quickly and effectively on the shop floor
- Continuous improvements drive better performance, cost efficiency, and lead times