S&C Electric Company is a trusted leader in power reliability with over 70 years of innovation. They are seeking an Associate Product Designer to support the development of medium voltage distribution switches, engaging in design support, product redesign projects, and collaboration with QA and shop floor personnel.
Responsibilities
- Provide design support for standard parts and assemblies of medium voltage distribution switches ranging from 14.4kv through 69kv
- Participate in small and large product redesign projects and investigations
- Hands on exposure to assembly of prototype samples as well as testing and evaluation
- Regular engagement with QA and shop floor personnel to resolve issues that arise
- Independently prepare design models and drawings using Solid Edge 3D CAD software and maintain design models, drawings, and bills of material using 3DX design management software
- Support supplier quality and sourcing projects, which include Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in a Lean manufacturing environment
- Varied work requires independent exercise of judgment to make decisions from numerous alternatives under general guidance usually covered by standards and procedures
Skills
- Post Secondary education in Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Minimum of 1-year of design experience within a manufacturing environment
- Experience with 2D/3D CAD software (preferably Solid Edge and Microstation) and Product Data Management Systems such as 3DX or Dassault equivalent
- Good verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of basic mechanical engineering principles, manufacturing processes and material properties
- Some exposure to power engineering principles, basic understanding of electric utility distribution systems an asset but not required
- Sound technical judgement with respect to problem solving
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Designing mechanical parts, including castings, sheet metal parts, and machined parts
- Inspecting parts and assemblies using basic methods such as visual inspection, calipers, and gauges
- Familiar in the use of hand tools
- Technical skills - interpreting drawings, drafting, familiarity with GD&T is required
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
- Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
- Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
- 100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
- Summer hours program
- Education reimbursement
- Seniority recognition
- Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
- A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.
Company Overview
- S&C Electric Company is a leading provider of switching, protection, and control solutions for electric power systems. It was founded in 1911, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.sandc.com/en.