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Controls Designer – Power Transformers

Company: Northern Transformer

Location: Maple and/or Innisfil, ON

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: Engineering

Salary: $80,000-$100,000 (based on experience)

About Northern Transformer

Northern Transformer Corporation is a Canadian-owned, fast-growing manufacturer of power transformers and mobile substations. Our team delivers high-quality products through superior engineering, quality workmanship, and a commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

We are seeking an experienced Controls Designer to join our Engineering team to support the design and manufacturing of power transformers and mobile substations.

Position Summary

The Controls Designer is responsible for the design and development of protection and control systems for power transformers and mobile substations. This role prepares electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials and manufacturing documentation while providing technical support throughout the design and production process.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design

- Design transformer protection and control systems
- Prepare schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, nameplates, and Bills of Material (BOMs)
- Select control and protection devices based on customer specifications
- Develop manufacturing documentation in accordance with company standards and procedures
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards
- Provide training and/or mentoring to Jr Controls Designers
- Review of peer designs

Technical Support

- Supporting manufacturing, quality, and customers with technical inquiries
- Participate in design reviews and engineering discussions
- Assist with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives




- Support production to ensure efficient manufacturing and high-quality products

Collaboration & Quality

- Work closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and project teams
- Contribute to engineering standards, documentation, and best practices
- Ensure compliance with company quality, safety, and environmental programs

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent education and technical experience
- Minimum of 5 years of controls design experience in a power transformer manufacturing environment and/or other areas of the power industry, automation, utilities etc.

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of transformer protection and control systems
- Knowledge of the CSA, IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable transformer standards
- Experience with transformer protection relays (SEL, GE, Beckwith, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line, and multi-line diagrams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Autocad, Zuken E3, and Eplan is an asset

Personal Attributes

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Effective communicator and collaborative team player
- Self-motivated with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Working Conditions

- Office environment with regular exposure to the manufacturing floor
- Frequent collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project teams
- Occasional customer interaction and technical meetings

Health & Safety Responsibilities

- Follow all company health & safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices
- Report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly
- Maintain a secure, organized, and compliant workplace
- Support Northern Transformer’s commitment to safety, quality, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement

📌 Controls Designer (Maple)
🏢 Northern Transformer
📍 Maple