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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.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
The Manager of Field Services will lead and oversee a team responsible for managing and executing field service projects. This role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating field operations to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and meet customer specifications. The Manager of Field Services must possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage an interdepartmental team to complete field service projects on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency.
- Outline and delegate tasks involved in field service projects, ensuring all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Conduct cost analysis and estimate expected costs for field service projects.
- Prepare and implement budgets based on cost estimates for field service operations.
- Address and resolve questions, concerns, and complaints from customers and team members during the project lifecycle.
- Act as a liaison between the company, customers, and vendors, ensuring clear communication and coordination.
- Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure field services align with company goals and customer needs.
- Conduct risk assessments and report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigating risks, including terminating projects if necessary.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices related to field services.
- Promote and market new field service projects, programs, and systems to potential clients.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's or associate degree in a related field, such as Business, Engineering, or a technical discipline.
- At least three years of related experience in field services or project management is required.
- PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certifications are highly desirable.
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.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,600 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Contract Specialist
Location: Roanoke, VA (Onsite) Competitive Relocation Support Offered.
Company: Virginia Transformer Corp. (VTC)
Job Summary
This position is onsite in Roanoke VA and will be responsible for reviewing documents, contracts, communications, purchase orders, proposals, and working to ensure all commercial terms and conditions, business risks and potentially onerous requirements are addressed to the benefit of the company. Help direct Contracts Specialists and ensure the appropriate forms are completed for approval and other documentation. The role will also be responsible for overseeing the performance of audits and completing checklists of contract information, reviewing input to the management ERP system and updating and maintaining files and data spreadsheets related to contract reviews and other projects as needed. The position requires a detail oriented, organized person, familiar with business, contracts, risk mitigation and with strong, MS Word, reading and writing skills.
Responsibilities
- Review contracts for risk including liabilities, Indemnification, Insurance, Warranty, Cancellation, redlining and editing problematic wording and language.
- Keep updated contract and customer logs
- Maintain records of all contracts and agreements. Ensure through audits the agreements are current the company is following terms, and achieving key milestones, and managing risk.
- Assist in coordinating as needed with Key stakeholders in Sales, Engineering, and operations.
- Review customer purchase orders to confirm compliance with quoted pricing, and terms of sales and ensure that all required order elements are accurately entered into the ERP system and are processed in accordance with the procedures and instructions.
Experience And Education
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- 5+ years of Contracts review/ Legal assistant, accounting, insurance or administration similar experience with detailed transactional work.
- 5+ years relevant experience preferably in manufacturing, EPC type contractor, construction, or capital equipment Industry
- Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and computer skills
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Here, you’ll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry.
You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.
Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.
Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same.
You’ll get to work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer.
We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job right.
Safety and reliability are our top priorities.
Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, we’ll teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use.
And we will make sure you are getting the industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your career.
You’ll learn from the best in the industry.
We also take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.
If you are mechanically inclined or have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.
Main Responsibilities: • Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers • Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics • Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles • Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske?????????s technician training and hands-on coaching • Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Why Penske is for You: • Competitive starting salary • Shift Premiums • Career stability • Opportunity for growth • Excellent benefits, including lots of time off • Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider) • Advanced vehicle maintenance technology • Location and schedule flexibility Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred • Basic mechanical aptitude and 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) • Valid driver’s license • The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools • Excellent customer service skills and communication skills • The ability to work well as part of a team and outside • Basic computer skills • The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management • The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role.
The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required.
Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.
With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.
Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 1702 Midland Rd Primary Location: US-VA-Salem Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2602745
Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.
Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.
Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.
Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.
Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.
Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.
Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.
What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.
The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.
Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.
and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.
Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.
Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.
Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).
Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).
Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.
Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.
Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.
A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
Responsibilities of the Painter/Finisher:
- Sprays surfaces of, manufactured products, or producat area with protective or decorative material, such as primer, paint, enamel, using spray gun: Cleans grease and dirt from product, using materials, such as lacquer thinner, soap, and water.
- Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
- May manually manipulate parts into the proper carrier/hanger to provide for proper spraying/drying
- Sands/preps the primer surface to include removing defects and to fill cavities and dents with body filler and putty to attain smooth surface.
- Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color, according to specifications, using paddle or mechanical mixer.
- Pours coating liquid into spray container and connects gun to air hose.
- Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique.
- Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
- Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent.
- Capable of doing spot repair on parts, using blending clear to cut in edges.
- Wet sand small defects and buff paint back to original shine.
Requirements for the Painter/Finisher include:
- Experience in automotive paint and body repair.
- Experience in paint surfaces, paint sprayers, and paint booths preferred.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal/written).
- Excellent visual acuity to identify flaws in Class A painted surfaces.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certifications from apprentice or training programs preferred.
Benefits for the Painter/Finisher:
- Competitive pay and generous benefits package along with the opportunity to be a part of a strong team and growing one's career
- Salary range is $25-$28/hour. Specific salary is commensurate with experience and factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications and licenses, skills, and training.
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day one
- Generous and flexible paid time off
- 401(K) match, fully vested
- Company provided life insurance, short term and long-term disability insurances, employee assistance program
- Variety of automobile purchase discounts (Stellantis (FCA), BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Physical and Working Environment:
- Exposed to hazardous conditions such as dust, fumes, and spray - respirators are required.
- Manufacturing environment, heat and cold conditions may be extreme at times based on weather.
- Considered medium to heavy work physically.
Note: This section is not inclusive, other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals.
Adler Pelzer Group and STS provides sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently and in the future authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship.
No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
We are an equal opportunity employer. STS participate in the E-Verify Program.
We are proud to continue this story and to build the foundations for a brighter future for generations to come. We are the Adler Pelzer Group, a worldwide leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing of acoustical and thermal components and systems for the automotive sector. We deliver acoustic performance and increase thermal efficiency, in order to achieve the best in comfort for the vehicles of our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and maintain all plant quality systems, including inspection and testing methods, work instructions, procedures, product specifications, GMPs, food safety compliance, and industry best practices.
- Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall plant quality performance.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality systems and maintain all aspects of product integrity.
- Develop and drive continuous improvement efforts with suppliers to strengthen quality and performance.
- Review and analyze production and quality data to determine finished product disposition and ensure compliance with specifications.
- Serve as the primary external customer contact for quality matters, fostering strong relationships, resolving issues, and providing technical support.
- Lead root cause analyses and corrective action investigations for customer complaints and internal quality nonconformances.
- Audit and verify the effective implementation of corrective actions related to customer and internal quality issues.
- Collaborate with Commercial, Product Development, and Corporate Engineering teams on new business opportunities and product trials.
- Manage the timely and accurate resolution of coating and mill supplier defect claims.
- Ensure compliance with SMA principles and procedures within the plant.
- Oversee the HFI system, including balance management, product disposition, rework, and inventory control.
- Confirm that plant quality procedures are consistently and properly executed.
- Communicate quality objectives (KPIs) to production staff and implement processes that support compliance.
- Train and guide departmental leaders and supervisors in process quality improvement methodologies and GMP standards.
- Prepare and present comprehensive quality performance reviews for management.
- Support special plant projects in partnership with the Corporate Quality Assurance team.
- Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with all Ardagh Metal Packaging facilities.
- Partner with Human Resources to address and resolve personnel-related matters.
- Provide direct supervision of plant personnel as required by location.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in technical or relevant discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing.
- 4 years of quality experience.
- Excellent management/leadership aptitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Certification.
- Experience with can manufacturing improvement methods implementation.
- Manufacturing: 8 years (Preferred)
- Quality management: 4 years (Preferred)
- Packaging: 5 years (Preferred)
Benefits:
- Dental insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k).
- 401(k) Matching.
- Vision insurance.
- Direct Hire.
Salary Range:
Up to $110K annually DOE
Ask for: Felicia
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.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Summary
Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
- Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
- Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
- Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
- Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
- Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
- Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
- Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
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.
Apply below and let's start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we've been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We're more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We're looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Job Title: Director of Mechanical Engineering
Location: Roanoke, VA (On-site, with regular travel to multiple U.S. plants)
About the Role
Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a hands-on Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead the mechanical design and development function across six manufacturing plants. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in mechanical systems, metallurgy, and polymers, along with strong leadership experience in custom electromechanical equipment design.
This role will be responsible for standardizing design practices, improving manufacturability, and ensuring all mechanical designs meet rigorous standards of quality, performance, and safety. You will collaborate closely with plant-level engineering teams, corporate R&D, sourcing, and vendor quality to drive innovation, consistency, and cost optimization across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical design engineers across multiple sites, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure consistent application of the mechanical design manual and design standards across all six plants.
- Partner with corporate R&D to advance new mechanical design initiatives and introduce innovative materials, features, and product enhancements.
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the design teams, driving measurable improvement in design quality, efficiency, and throughput.
Design & Engineering Execution
- Oversee the design and development of mechanical assemblies, ensuring manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Provide direct, hands-on technical support when needed — including concept development, modeling, and problem-solving for complex design challenges.
- Apply deep understanding of metallurgy, polymers, and material properties to improve product performance, longevity, and thermal characteristics.
- Establish, update, and enforce design automation and process assurance systems to maintain consistency and reduce variability in mechanical design outputs.
- Review and approve detailed mechanical drawings, design calculations, and documentation for accuracy and compliance with internal and industry standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Sourcing and Vendor Quality Assurance to qualify suppliers and evaluate materials or components for new or alternative sourcing.
- Participate in design reviews, non-conformance investigations (NCRs), and root cause/corrective action efforts to resolve mechanical and manufacturing issues.
- Work closely with plant management and production teams to ensure mechanical designs support operational goals and manufacturability.
- Collaborate with Safety and Compliance functions to ensure adherence to industry, regulatory, and environmental standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, Master's degree in mechanical engineering preferred. PE is a plus.
- Minimum 15-20 years of experience in thermo-mechanical design of custom electromechanical equipment, with at least 5 years in a senior management or multi-site leadership role.
- Proven background in metallurgy, polymers, material science, or industrial product design from manufacturing, energy, aerospace, rail, or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of FEA/FEM analytical tools, CAD systems, and 3D design platforms (SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated success leading engineering teams in a plant, multi plant or global manufacturing environment.
Skills & Attributes
- Expert-level proficiency in CAD design practices, finite element modeling, and mechanical systems analysis.
- Deep technical understanding of materials, thermal performance, stress analysis, and mechanical reliability.
- Hands-on problem solver with a proactive, floor-level approach to engineering challenges.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, able to influence across engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
- Strong organizational ability to lead large engineering teams (100+ engineers) across multiple sites.
- Strategic mindset with operational discipline — balancing innovation with manufacturability and cost control.
Why Join Us
At Virginia Transformer, you'll have the opportunity to shape the mechanical engineering vision for North America's leading manufacturer of custom power transformers. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence, ensuring that innovation, reliability, and precision remain at the heart of every product we build.
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.
Apply below and let's start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we've been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We're more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We're looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Design Engineer – Junction Box
Location: Troutville, Virginia
Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation
Position Overview
Virginia Transformer Corporation is seeking a Design Engineer – Junction Box to join our engineering team in Troutville, Virginia. This role is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of junction box assemblies used in power transformer systems. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, production, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements.
This position plays a key role in supporting Virginia Transformer's continued growth by delivering reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective electrical enclosure solutions for utility, industrial, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop junction box assemblies and related electrical enclosure components for power transformer systems.
- Produce detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs) using CAD tools.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are efficient, manufacturable, and scalable.
- Review and interpret customer specifications, engineering standards, and project requirements.
- Support new product development and engineering change initiatives.
- Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support to production and field teams.
- Work with supply chain and vendors to identify suitable materials and components.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, electrical codes, and internal quality requirements.
- Participate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support ERP/PLM updates.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- 3–10+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in electrical equipment, enclosures, transformers, switchgear, or industrial manufacturing.
- Experience with CAD design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
- Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and enclosure design.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and electrical integration.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and production teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with power transformers, substations, or power distribution equipment.
- Knowledge of UL, IEEE, or electrical equipment standards.
- Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation control.
Why Join Virginia Transformer?
- Join one of North America's fastest-growing power transformer manufacturers.
- Work on products that support energy infrastructure, data centers, and grid modernization.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
*No Experience Necessary*
ABOUT THIS JOB
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Combat Engineer, you’ll work quickly and skillfully to help Soldiers navigate while on combat missions by constructing bridges, clearing barriers with explosives, and detecting and avoiding mines and other environmental hazards. You'll provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing fighting positions, fixed and floating bridges, and obstacles and defense positions.
Skills you’ll learn align with Construction & Engineering, Demolition & Explosives, Operate Heavy Equipment. In addition, you could earn 45 nationally recognized certifications!
JOB DUTIES
- Maintain emergency notification data
- Maintain radio and data distribution systems
- Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
- Provide technical assistance and training for local-area networks
- Maintain equipment, terminal devices, assigned vehicles and power generators
REQUIREMENTS
- 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which combines Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training
- U.S. Citizen
- 17 to 34 Years Old
- High School Diploma or GED
- Meet Tattoo Guidelines
- No Major Law Violations
- No Medical Concerns
BENEFITS
The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.
- Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
- 30 days paid annual vacation
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
- Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
- Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
