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Boundary Electric

Transformer Engineer

Grand Forks, BC, V0H 1H0, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Experience: 8-10 years of transformer design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary: The Transformer Engineer serves as a key technical resource supporting the sales, design, development, testing, and maintenance of transformers. This includes distribution transformers, power transformers, and special-purpose units. The role requires deep technical expertise in transformer theory, insulation systems, electromagnetic design, thermal performance, and adherence to industry standards.

All Boundary Electric employees are expected to follow company guidelines and principles and maintain alignment with the company’s strategic intent.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Vetting & Quality Assurance
- Serve as a technical resource for Sales, Operations, and Engineering teams on medium and high voltage electrical systems.
- Prepare and review technical documentation, including design reports, datasheets, and test plans.
- Perform electrical calculations and develop electrical design documentation for transformers.
- Review and Interpret customer specifications and project requirements to ensure compliance and performance; prepare design review documents, technical reports, and justifications for customer approval.
- Analyze testing data and results. Troubleshoot and offer technical solutions for testing deviational data.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), customer inspections, and field troubleshooting.
- Contribute to cost optimization, product development, and failure analysis.
- Verify that design drawings meet customer specifications prior to manufacturing.
- Conduct on-site inspections and audits to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Analyze quality data and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan.
- Develop and implement quality control systems and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and continuous improvement.

Design & Engineering
- Design oil-filled distribution and power transformers to CSA/IEEE or customer specifications.
- Develop various transformer core and winding configurations (e.g., wound core, stacked core).
- Participate in design reviews and transformer testing (routine and special tests).
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment during design evolution.

Maintain and update project scope and design revisions throughout the process.
Collaborate with the engineering team to analyze and optimize existing transformer designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Review and execute electrical and layout design criteria.
Respond to technical inquiries from customers, production, CSA, and UL.
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulations.

Process Improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement and reduce defects.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable quality solutions.
- Develop training materials and support procurement teams on quality standards.
Travel & On-Site Presence
- Travel up to 20% of the time, including international travel to Asia, India, and other regions for product inspections, supplier audits, and manufacturing reviews.
- Maintain effective communication with international teams and report findings to management.
- Required to be on-site at the Grand Forks location at least once per quarter to support collaborations, inspections, and strategic alignment.
Other
- Other duties may be assigned as needed.

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified facility, Boundary Electric is committed to maintaining a high standard of quality. A strong commitment to continual improvement is a core company value that every employee is expected to champion.

Boundary Electric is committed to providing a healthy and safe workplace that meets or exceeds WorkSafeBC rules and regulations. We rely on all employees to practice and promote a safe work environment to follow the guidelines outlined in our Health and Safety Manual and the rules and regulations legislated by WorkSafeBC. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems or related field).
8-10 years of transformer design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of single and three-phase oil-filled distribution transformers (up to 3 MVA, 34.5 kV) and power transformers (up to 15 MVA, 69kV).
Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) preferred.
Proficiency in transformer testing methodologies.
Strong knowledge of electrical industry standards (CSA, IEEE, UL, NETA).
Strong understanding of procurement, contracting, and commissioning methodologies.
Experience with transformer protection systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience in manufacturing or testing environments.
Proficiency with quality management software and data analysis tools.

***Opportunities for professional development and career growth within the company.

Boundary Electric (1985) LTD. fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued. We allow room for creativity and innovation in problem-solving and process improvement. Join our team and be part of a company where your skills and talents are appreciated, and your potential for growth is limitless!

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Responsibilities

The Transformer Engineer supports the sales, design, development, testing, and maintenance of distribution and power transformers. Responsibilities include performing electrical calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading root cause investigations for quality improvement.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess 8-10 years of transformer design experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in electrical industry standards such as CSA, IEEE, and UL is required, with a Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation preferred.

Skills

Transformer design
Electrical engineering
Power systems
Insulation systems
Electromagnetic design
Thermal performance
Quality assurance
Technical documentation
Electrical calculations
Factory acceptance testing
Failure analysis
Root cause investigation
Project management
Data analysis
Quality control systems

Benefits

Professional development
Career growth opportunities

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Keywords

Transformer Engineer
Distribution transformers
Power transformers
Insulation systems
Electromagnetic design
Thermal performance
CSA
IEEE
UL
NETA
Factory Acceptance Testing
Quality Assurance
ISO 9001:2015
Electrical design
Root cause analysis
Manufacturing
Power systems
P.Eng.
Technical documentation
Procurement
Commissioning
Protection systems
Data analysis
Quality management software
Engineering
Design reviews
Failure analysis
On-site inspections
Compliance
Project management

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