Associate Manager and Electrical Device Engineer - Pest Control

SC Johnson • Yorkville, WI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story. Job Level J SC Johnson is seeking an experienced engineering professional to join our North America Pest Control team to lead design and development projects. As Associate Manager, you will lead our electromechanical devices (appliances) product initiatives and ensure that stringent performance, safety, reliability, manufacturing, and any other critical business objectives are met. This is an opportunity that will combine your technical engineering expertise with project leadership, as you will drive timelines, manage deliverables, and coordinate cross-functional and supplier activities to deliver best-in-class products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, design, product development, quality, and manufacturing to ensure products are robust, consumer-focused, and aligned with business strategy. To be successful, you will define project timelines and deliverables before engaging suppliers, requiring strong project management skills and effective collaboration with full-service partners. Additionally, you must be adaptable and effectively balance ambiguous front-end innovation with precise technical execution to enable seamless product launches. You will be a key driver of project success, ensuring products meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements while hitting critical business timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and 6+ years of relevant work experience, OR Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience working with manufacturers outside the US and applying small appliance certified protocols (e.g. UL, IEC)
• Related subject matter R&D experience in large/complex organization
• Experience with successful product launches
• Broad understanding of material properties and materials selection to deliver on product performance and achieve cost objectives
• Strong communication skills to harness technical capability across/outside SCJ
• MS Office and CAD Software (i.e. SolidWorks or ProE)
• Knowledge of Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Risk Analysis, Fault Tree Failure analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Strong planning, organization, and time management
• Effective interpersonal skills, verbal and written communications, and strong presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Manage device projects from conceptualization to commercialization, ensuring alignment with business strategy and technical requirements.
• Collaborate across internal teams and external suppliers/vendors to drive complex, technically demanding product launches.
• Define device specifications with input from cross-functional teams to deliver technical data packages that support product claims and global regulatory compliance (UL, IEC, EPA).
• Accountable to develop and execute the validation plan, including technical documentation and engineering controls throughout the project lifecycle.
• Apply root cause analysis and proactive scenario planning to identify and mitigate risks, escalating critical issues and partnering with project managers to ensure resolution.
• Manage risk proactively, applying scenario planning and mitigation strategies to avoid delays or quality concerns.
• Develop and deliver reports, presentations, and communications that enable effective execution, facilitate timely decision-making, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Model strong RD&E skills, including effective communication, regulatory and safety awareness, scientific rigor, technical expertise, and commitment to quality and product robustness.

Benefits

• SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels.
• total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service
• subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees