Lead Generator Specialist

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

S&C Electric Company is hiring a Lead Generator Specialist for its Electrical and Mechanical Labs team. The role focuses on improving maintenance programs for the lab’s short-circuit generators, controls, and related auxiliary equipment. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop test equipment and methods, analyze test data, and support product development and quality improvement. The role also includes coaching team members to support their development and retain skills in the lab. The position reports to the Senior Manager – NJC Laboratories. The position is on-site and scheduled for 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime during the week as needed. The estimated annual base salary range is $78,298–$103,739.02. The role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

A technical degree and at least three years of experience in a generator specialist or generator field services role, or a high school diploma and at least five years of experience in such a role.
At least three years of experience in power plant maintenance, turbine generator maintenance, and/or generator drive maintenance in an industrial, utility, or oil and gas setting.
Excellent understanding of electrical generators, including generator design, maintenance methodologies, controls, protection, and instrumentation.
At least three years of experience in electrical testing and assessment of generator stators, rotors, windings, and insulation.
Proficiency with relevant laboratory instrumentation, oscilloscopes, DMMs, and high-voltage and high-current measurements.
Adherence to safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Meticulous data collection and documentation to ensure accuracy and precision.
Ability to coach and mentor team members and establish work and testing standards for others in the department.
Ability to work in a team environment, contribute ideas, and support team goals.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
At least three years of experience in turbine generator maintenance or power plant equipment maintenance, installation, and/or commissioning.

Responsibilities

Perform technical inspections of short-circuit generators and their drive systems; create plans for and lead preventative maintenance; and assess performance.
Develop and implement preventative maintenance and assessment strategies for generator stators, rotors, electric windings, insulation, controls, and instrumentation.
Lead troubleshooting and apply standard methods and techniques to address issues related to generator stators, rotors, electric windings, insulation, controls, and instrumentation.
Collaborate with other teams and industry experts to develop solutions and improvements.
Conduct electrical and mechanical testing, including RSO, PI, DLRO, ELCID, hi-pot, partial discharge, and tan-delta testing.
Set up and operate testing equipment while adhering to safety protocols.
Collect test data and measurements accurately.
Analyze and interpret measurements using statistical methods and engineering tools; draw conclusions and make data-driven recommendations.
Prepare detailed test and project reports, including methodology, results, and analysis, and communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Ensure project activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality management systems.
Develop and manage plans for assessment and maintenance of lab test equipment.
Write functional specifications, project requirements, test plans, design documentation, and training documentation.
Coach and mentor team members to support career growth and skills retention in the lab.
Identify opportunities to improve test methodologies, equipment, and processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in the test lab.
Understand and comply with applicable company policies and rules.