Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ALTEN is a global engineering and technology services company delivering research and development and technical solutions across multiple industries. The Mechanical Engineer will design and develop distribution transformer components and specifications, perform mechanical calculations, prepare manufacturing documentation, and collaborate with manufacturing, testing, quality, and customers to resolve issues and support validation.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical specifications for distribution transformers, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards (e.g., IEEE, CSA)
- Create mechanical designs for transformer components, including tanks, core-coil frame assemblies, cooling systems, and lifting/handling features
- Perform mechanical calculations for structural strength, thermal performance, and tolerance stack-ups
- Verify component layouts, bushing locations, and terminal clearances
- Utilize engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidEdge, or proprietary tools) for design, modeling, and analysis
- Prepare and review manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and 3D CAD models
- Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve non-conformances and implement design improvements
- Support certification and testing requirements, including pressure, dielectric, short circuit, and thermal performance validation
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions with customers, and root cause analysis of production issues
Skills
- Location: Remote with 1 week on-site in Little Rock, Arkansas every 6 or 7 weeks (travel covered by the company)
- • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- • 5+ years of experience in mechanical sheet metal design, with a focus on fabrication
- • Familiarity with distribution transformers and relevant industry standards
- • Proficiency in engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidEdge)
- • Strong communication skills for collaborative engineering environments
- • Experience with three-phase pad-mounted transformers
- • Knowledge of power transformers (though distribution transformer experience is preferred)
Benefits
- Remote with 1 week on-site in Little Rock, Arkansas every 6 or 7 weeks
- Travel covered by the company
- Supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development
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