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Mechanical Engineer

S&C Electric Company
United States, Illinois, Chicago
6601 North Ridge Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 31, 2025

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position in the United States can be found in the JOB INFO section below. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer!

Are you passionate about Custom Switching Solutions? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Custom Switching department. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

S&C's Custom Engineering organization designs Engineer-To-Order solutions for a portfolio of products including Manual, Remote Supervisory, and Source-Transfer Vista for a wide range of customers including electric utilities and industrial/commercial power users. In this job, you will report to the Assistant Manager - Custom Engineering.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Using 3-D modeling software to develop new parts and assemblies (primarily sheet steel).
  • Working with other engineers and product specialists in the development of custom features for existing products.
  • Creating and maintaining mechanical designs, engineering documents, and bill of materials associated with existing and new products, being responsible for mechanical functionality of assigned projects.
  • Integrating S&C automation products with other electronics and custom assemblies to meet customer specifications.
  • Preparing detailed drawings used for purposes of customer approval, manufacturing, and final assembly.
  • Working within a team environment including interacting with other design professionals and members of the sales services, production control and assembly groups.
  • Troubleshooting complex shop problems and developing solutions to design challenges.

To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • Proficiency in the use of CAD systems, specifically 3D modeling, preferably Solid Edge and 3DX.
  • General knowledge of design, manufacturing and creating 3D models, preferably with sheet metal.
  • Good PC skills including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word. Experience with Microsoft Access is a plus.
  • General knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Outstanding communication and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills.

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Standing: Occasional standing for work
  • Lifting: Occasional lifting of switchgear components, less than 40 pounds
  • Walking: Occasional walking throughout the facility
  • Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects
  • Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objects
  • Pulling: Infrequent pulling of objects
  • Bending: Occasional bending during access to equipment
  • Reaching: Infrequent reaching

Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.

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