Mechanical Engineer II

S&C Electric Company • Palatine, IL

3h • $87,758 - $116,285 • Onsite

About The Position

Join S&C Electric Company as a Mechanical Engineer II within our Fuses and Circuit Switchers function. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Mechanical Engineer II assists in the development of new and sustaining products by designing, prototyping, testing, and documentation. They contribute to product development, supplier engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, and begin to take initiative in supporting projects and solving problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ Years of experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Good electrical/mechanical aptitude to be able to aid in design and testing.
• Good proficiency in CAD and/or similar tools.
• Good understanding of engineering software, design principles, fabrication techniques, and manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and able to communicate across levels of the organization related to concepts of supply-chain, supplier quality and production.
• 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.
• Effective organizational planning skills, coordinating internal and external resources, and the ability to balance critical priorities.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical engineering tasks such as tolerance analysis and full life cycle component design.
• Execute projects and tasks with moderate independence, with some oversight from senior-level engineers, applying sound mechanical judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Support root cause analysis, troubleshoot production problems, and assist in RMA analysis.
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to support design decisions and performance.
• Create mechanical designs from concept to production using CAD tools.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of engineering schematics and documentation.
• Engage with suppliers to support component development and troubleshooting.
• Participate in technical discussions to resolve issues related to part quality, performance, or manufacturability.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineering disciplines and contribute to project planning and documentation efforts.
• Conduct mechanical testing, analyze results, compile findings into a formal report, and present data-driven insights to the mechanical engineering team.
• Support creation of new products and modifications to existing products by developing mechanical concepts and refining designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Assist in prototyping development, design validation, and participate in design reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Learn product functionality and capabilities through hands-on experience and mentorship from senior-level engineers.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

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
• Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Company Shutdown days
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Other Leaves
• Paid Parental Time
• Military Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component
• Annual incentive plan (AIP)

What This Job Offers

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