Electrical Engineer I

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

About The Position

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! The Electrical Engineer I supports the development efforts on projects aimed at electrical design for upgrading automating existing product lines.This role is focused on learning existing product lines, capabilities, and supporting design tasks and gaining exposure to electrical engineering tools and processes. The candidate will be responsible for contributing to project engineering efforts, electrical design, and electrical assessment to meet Retrofit requirements . The candidate will report to the Manager of Custom Engineering Retrofits in the Power Systems Solutions department.

Requirements

0-2 Years of experience in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
Basic understanding of electrical circuit design and programming.
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.
Great 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.
Good organizational planning, coordinating internal and external resources, and juggling key demands. 
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.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with electrical power generation and distribution.
Basic Knowledge of CAD software; Solid Edge, MicroStation and Zuken.

Responsibilities

Research & Technology: Gain familiarity with CAT (Category) ratings and electrical safety standards. Work to fully understand electrical design of S&C products.
Product Support: Support Senior Engineers as they resolve issues related to products in the field with addition of automation capabilities. Support may include resolving automation issues, new product development support, and other day-to-day Electrical Engineering needs related to S&C products.
Design & Application: Assist in basic design tasks, including wire diagrams, interconnection diagrams and Schematics. Apply existing procedures to support design and contribute to documentation under guidance. Develop familiarity with product structure and capabilities.
Testing & Analysis: Learn how to process and support automation requirements. Participate in hands-on activities with guidance to develop practical engineering skills.
Technical Growth: Learn the structure, function, and capabilities of electrical products, with a focus on Metal Enlcosed Switch gear, Vista Products and Padmounted Gear. Understand how components interact and contribute to overall system performance. Acquire a foundational understanding of electrical products and their performance characteristics.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams. Participate in team meetings, presentations, field verifications, Vista Grow support and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.
Project Support: Provide support for project planning and coordination activities. Collaborate with engineers, contribute to project deliverables, and support project management activities.
Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
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.

Benefits

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).

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