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 (Mon-Fri) onsite

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 - $92,345. 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 I!

Are you passionate about Engineering? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Mechanical Engineering function. As a Mechanical Engineer I, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Mechanical Engineer I supports 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.

Key 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.

What you'll Need To Succeed:

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

• 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.

Preferred:

• Minor in Electrical Engineering, Power Hardware Engineering, Computer Science

• Exposure to FEA, CFD, or thermal simulation tools and an understanding of their application to hardware design and validation.

• Experience with power hardware, circuit design, and IEEE standards

• Hands on experience with prototyping, assembly, or testing of electro mechanical or power hardware components.

• Familiarity with thermal management solutions for electronics (heat sinks, airflow design, material selection).

• Basic knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA).

• Understanding of common manufacturing and assembly processes used in electronics and power hardware (sheet metal, PCB assemblies, enclosures, fasteners).

• Experience working with cross functional teams including electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.

• Exposure to quality and continuous improvement tools (FMEA, root cause analysis, SPC, lean manufacturing concepts).

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering standards.

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.

No fixed deadline

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