Mechanical Design Engineer | Power Transformer | Saudi Arabia
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About the Role
Hudson IT and Manpower is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in Power Transformer design (up to 50 MVA, 132kV class) for a contract role in Saudi Arabia.
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Responsibilities
- Mechanical design of Power Transformers up to 50 MVA, 132kV
- Preparation of General Arrangement (GA) drawings, fabrication & manufacturing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Design of key components: transformer tank, cover & radiators, conservator & oil preservation systems, core clamping structures, bushing arrangements & support structures
- Coordinate with Electrical Design Team, Production & Manufacturing, Quality Assurance (QA/QC), and Procurement & Vendors
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
- Provide technical support during fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing (FAT)
- Optimize designs for structural strength, thermal performance, and cost effectiveness
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 7+ years in Transformer Mechanical Design
- Experience in Power Transformer manufacturing industry
- Design of transformers up to 132kV class
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (Mandatory)
- Knowledge of IEC and ANSI Standards
- Exposure to fabrication and production processes
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Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in Power Transformer design (up to 50 MVA, 132kV class). The candidate will be responsible for detailed mechanical design, preparation of fabrication drawings, BOM, and ensuring compliance with international standar
Key Responsibilities
- Mechanical design of Power Transformers (up to 50 MVA, 132kV)
- Preparation of General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Fabrication & manufacturing drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Design of key components: Transformer tank, cover & radiators, Conservator & oil preservation systems, Core clamping structures, Bushing arrangements & support structures
- Coordinate with Electrical Design Team, Production & Manufacturing, Quality Assurance (QA/QC), Procurement & Vendors
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
- Ensure alignment with customer specifications and project requirements
- Provide technical support during Fabrication & assembly, Inspection & testing (FAT)
- Resolve design related issues during production
- Optimize designs for structural strength & durability, thermal performance (cooling efficiency), cost effectiveness
- Improve existing designs through continuous development initiatives
Required Experience
- Minimum 7+ years in Transformer Mechanical Design
- Experience in Power Transformer manufacturing industry
- Design of transformers up to 132kV class
- Exposure to fabrication and production processes
Technical Skills
- AutoCAD (Mandatory)
- PTC Creo / NX / Inventor (Preferred)
- MS Office
- Transformer tank & structural design
- Cooling systems (radiators, oil flow concepts)
- Material selection & fabrication standards
- Mechanical stress & load calculations
- Thermal expansion & vibration analysis
- Knowledge of IEC Standards, ANSI Standards
- Awareness of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Industrial Safety practices
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Soft Skills
- Strong communication & coordination skills
- Problem solving and analytical thinking
- Ability to work in cross functional teams
- Capability to manage deadlines and multiple projects
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