Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Take your next career step at Royal Switchgear Manufacturing Company with a US based team that is developing responsive solutions for an evolving grid.

RSMC is a leader in engineering, designing, and manufacturing critical componentry for electrical substations and the broader grid. Our pride lies in our long-standing partnership with utilities companies, the reliability of our products, and the technical and hands-on capabilities of our team.

The company is at an exciting inflection as we continue to expand our existing brand portfolio and deepen relationships with new and existing customers. As Design Engineer you will manage project design lifecycle from conception to full scale production – this includes component design, support with sourcing, support building prototypes, creation of test plans, and leading a cross-functional project design team to achieve timely completion project milestones.

Location: Onsite - Bessemer, Alabama

What You’ll Do

Designing, developing, and testing high voltage switches, components, or systems.
Applying mathematical and engineering principles and methods to electrical system designs.
Contributing to research efforts to develop a solution or a new product.
Managing project design lifecycle from conception to full scale production – this includes component design, support with sourcing, support building prototypes, creation of test plans, and leading a cross-functional project design team to achieve timely completion project milestones.
Documenting results of testing in engineering test reports & write assembly procedures for manufacturing team.
Leading FMEA events to gain a detailed understanding of potential failure modes and take appropriate action to prevent occurrence.
Representing the company at IEEE standards committee meetings and participating in high voltage switch subcommittee meetings.

What You’ll Need to Excel in This Role

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited university.
A minimum of 5 years of product design experience with a strong preference to design of substation equipment.
Detailed knowledge of the limitations & capabilities of the following processes – sand casting, permanent mold casting, machining, and welding.
Experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis through SolidWorks Simulation.
Demonstrated experience with bringing new products to market

Competencies/Skills

Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, MS Office suite
Strong analytical skills with a high-level of attention to detail and business process
Strong skills in developing and presenting performance metrics reports
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with others
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data
Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including preparing and presenting information
Ability to work independently and be self-directed as needed
WMS experience and knowledge preferred
ERP system knowledge (JD Edwards preferred)

Total Rewards Offering:

MPS offers a competitive compensation package; including a bonus potential based on company performance and a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth. A comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with employer match, employer-paid disability and more...

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.

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Design Engineer - Royal Switchgear