Design Engineer - Royal Switchgear

MacLean Power Systems • Bessemer, AL

79d • Onsite

About The Position

Royal Switchgear Manufacturing Company (RSMC), part of MacLean Power Systems, is seeking a Design Engineer to develop responsive solutions for the evolving electrical grid. RSMC engineers, designs, and manufactures critical components for electrical substations and the broader grid, working in long-standing partnership with utility companies. This is an onsite role in Bessemer, Alabama.

The Design Engineer will design, develop, and test high-voltage switches, components, and systems; configure existing designs to meet customer requirements; and apply engineering and mathematical principles to electrical system designs. The role manages the project design lifecycle from conception through full-scale production, including component design, sourcing and prototype support, test-plan development, and leadership of cross-functional teams to complete project milestones. The engineer may also contribute to research and new-product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited degree program.
• At least 1 year of product design experience; the posting specifies a range of 1–5 years.
• Detailed knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of sand casting, permanent mold casting, machining, and welding.
• Experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis through SolidWorks Simulation.
• Demonstrated experience bringing new products to market.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, and the MS Office suite.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and business-process awareness.
• Ability to develop and present performance-metrics reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with others.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Product design experience involving substation equipment.
• WMS experience and knowledge.
• ERP system knowledge, preferably JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test high-voltage switches, components, and systems.
• Interpret customer order information, drawings, and IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Configure existing designs to meet customer requirements.
• Apply mathematical and engineering principles and methods to electrical system designs.
• Contribute to research efforts to develop solutions or new products.
• Manage the project design lifecycle from conception through full-scale production.
• Design components and support sourcing and prototype builds.
• Create test plans and lead cross-functional project design teams to achieve project milestones on time.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Bonus potential based on company performance.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer-paid disability coverage.
• Dynamic work environment encouraging creativity, innovation, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level