Mechanical Engineer I

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 (Monday-Friday) Hybrid
• Flexible Start Time 

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 is $73,920-$97,885. 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 Mechanical Engineering? The Mechanical Engineer I support the development of new and sustaining products by assisting in design, prototyping, testing, and documentation. The engineer works closely with senior-level engineers to actively learn about products and grow through experience and mentorship. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Product Support: Assist in the design and development of mechanical systems for current and pre-production projects and products. Contribute to product development efforts by supporting prototyping and testing new technologies.  
• Simulation & Technical Analysis: Create and modify 3D models, schematic engineering drawings, and utilize CAD software. Apply basic programming and tool usage to support model creation and documentation.  
• Design & Documentation: Perform basic engineering calculations and simulations using FEA tools to support design validation and performance analysis. Document findings and analysis. Basic knowledge of GD&T principles and their application to engineering drawings. 
• Research & Technology: Participate in building and testing mechanical prototypes. Conduct mechanical, environmental, and vibration performance tests under guidance from senior engineers.  
• Continuous Improvement: Learn product functionality and capabilities through hands-on experience and mentorship from senior-level engineers. Support root cause analysis and RMA processing.  
• Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules. 

Additional Functions: 

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.  
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.  
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.  
• Other responsibilities as assigned. 

What you’ll need to succeed:

• 0-2 Years of experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.  
• Basic proficiency in CAD and/or similar tools.  
• Basic familiarity with engineering software for modeling and simulation.  
• Preliminary skills in effective problem-solving and able to communicate across some levels of the organization related to concepts of supply-chain, production, and electronics.  
• A basic understanding of various manufacturing technologies and methods, preferably within the electronics manufacturing industry.  
• Good interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.  
• Good communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation), able to partner with and communicate with customers, both technical and non-technical.  
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the quality function. 
• Support organizational planning through coordinating with internal and external resources, and the ability to balance critical priorities.   
• Sound business sense and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed actions, solve complex problems, and drive learning.   
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, including the flexibility to work extended hours when necessary.   
• Great computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Power BI, or other similar systems. Including great data analysis skills.

Education

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.   

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: Frequently​ you are required to remain in a stationary position and perform desk
• Walking: Frequently​ required to walk moderate distances
• Manual Dexterity: Occasionally​ required to use hand-eye coordination to control both hands and arms for a full range of motion to operate equipment/machinery/power tools/office productivity equipment
• Ascending/Descending: Occasionally​ ascending or descending ladders/stairs/scaffolding/ramps/poles. 
• Observation/Eyesight: Occasionally​ required to observe details at close range, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to differentiate between colors. 
• Communication: 
• Continuously​ required to talk and hear, or otherwise, in person and by phone/conference calls.  

Environmental & Hazardous Conditions 

• Continuously​ working indoors/outdoors in an air-conditioned/non-air-conditioned office/manufacturing/site-based environment. 
• ​​Occasionally​ exposure to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/radiation/vibration/grease/oils/radiation/lasers/other etc. 
• ​​Occasionally​ exposed to low/moderate/high noise levels, including machinery/vehicles/forklifts/office equipment/office traffic, etc. 
• ​​Occasionally​ working around energized equipment with the risk of electrocution/scalding/burns/other etc. 
• ​​Infrequently​ exposure to wet humid/outdoor weather/extreme cold (non-weather)/extreme heat (non-weather) conditions/other conditions. 
• ​​Infrequently​ working with machinery with moving parts/vehicles/forklifts/heavy machinery/sharp objects/other etc. 

Disclaimer

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the team member may be required to perform, and the team member may be required to perform additional functions either temporarily or on an ongoing basis.  

The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to change or eliminate this position.  

The team member must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily.

Team Member Acknowledgement

I have read this job description and understand my responsibilities and the job’s essential functions. I can perform the essential functions and responsibilities outlined. I understand that this job’s responsibilities, duties, and essential functions may change on a temporary or ongoing basis according to the Company’s needs or business decisions and that, if so, I may be required to perform additional duties, responsibilities, and functions. If I have questions about duties, responsibilities, and functions, I may discuss them with my supervisor or an appropriate member of the HR team.  

No Fixed Deadline.

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In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership. 

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. 

S&C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Health and Welfare Benefits:  Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
• Leave Benefits:  Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).