Electrical Design Manager – EHV Power Transformers (Up to 500 MVA, 400 kV Class)

A highly accomplished Electrical Design Manager with extensive experience in leading the design, engineering, and development of Extra High Voltage (EHV) power transformers up to 500 MVA, 400 kV class . Proven expertise in conceptual design, detailed engineering, insulation coordination, short-circuit analysis, thermal and mechanical design, and advanced software-based simulations.

Strong leadership capabilities in managing cross-functional engineering teams, coordinating with manufacturing, quality, testing, sourcing, and project management departments to deliver reliable, cost-optimized, and standards-compliant transformer solutions.

Core Competencies

• EHV Transformer Design: Expertise in electromagnetic design, insulation design (OIP/OF), thermal design, tank and mechanical structure, and auxiliary systems for transformers up to 500 MVA, 400 kV.
• International Standards: Strong command of IEC, IEEE/ANSI, IS, EN, and utility-specific specifications.
• Design Calculations & Tools:
• EM design software (e.g., Flux, MagNet, ANSYS, RTD tools)
• Short-circuit withstand analysis
• Lightning impulse, switching impulse, and insulation coordination
• Thermal modeling (ONAN/ONAF/ODAF/OFWF cooling)
• Testing & Validation: Expertise in FAT, type tests, special tests, dielectric tests, SC tests, and temperature rise tests.
• Failure Analysis: Skilled at root cause analysis, diagnostics, and design optimization for improved reliability.
• Project & Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead design teams, review drawing packages, GTPs, BoQs, test protocols, and interact with customers, consultants, and certification bodies.
• Cost Optimization: Experience in material selection, design optimization, and cost-effective engineering without compromising quality or reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete design cycle for EHV transformers up to 500 MVA, 400 kV.
• Review and approve electrical, mechanical, and control & protection designs.
• Conduct insulation coordination studies and ensure compliance with dielectric requirements.
• Mentor and guide junior designers and engineers.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production challenges.
• Support marketing/sales with tender designs, technical clarifications, and customer meetings.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage design documentation, GAs, SLDs, schematics, and client approvals.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 1520 years in EHV transformer design with at least 5 years in a managerial or lead design role.
• Experience working with global utilities, EPCs, and certification agencies.
• Track record of successful execution of large power transformer projects (220/400 kV and above).

Education

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems or related specialisation preferred).

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
• Team leadership and decision-making capabilities

Ability to work under tight deadlines with high precision