Staff Manufacturing Engineer

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

8d•$116,534 - $154,413•Onsite

About The Position

Join S&C Electric as a Staff Manufacturing Engineer and contribute to projects that have a real-world impact on transforming the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C, an employee-owned company with over a 100-year history, is a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. This role is crucial in advancing a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid, with products that help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. As a respected industry leader, S&C offers opportunities for direct impact and positive influence both on and off the job. Join S&C to tackle tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
7+ Years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with proven experience in designing and implementing processes within a high-volume, high-mix, or semi-automated manufacturing environment.
Great skills in effective problem-solving and leading project planning initiatives. Able to communicate across some levels of the organization related to concepts of supply-chain, production, and manufacturing.
A great understanding of various manufacturing technologies and methods, preferably within the electronics manufacturing industry.
Great 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 mentoring and coaching skills to assist lower-level engineers and act as a technical knowledge mentor.
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.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale complex projects, such as relocating production lines across buildings or facilities. Organize cross-functional teams, define project scope, and manage execution across departments and facilities.
Drive development and renovation standards for manufacturing processes, including equipment selection and purchasing strategies. Ensure alignment with long-term operational goals and safety, quality, design and cost metrics.
Serve as a go-to expert for resolving high-impact, complex manufacturing challenges. Provide expertise across departments. Apply advanced problem-solving methodologies to drive sustainable improvements.
Manage equipment upgrades and replacements, including direct engagement with suppliers. Ensure that the equipment now meets performance, safety, and ergonomic standards.
Build and lead project teams composed of members from multiple departments. Coordinate efforts to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions across the production system.
Actively mentor and coach junior engineers and peers. Provide technical training and share expertise in specialized areas to build team capability and foster professional growth.
Lead practical problem-solving (PPS) efforts to address safety, quality, and efficiency issues. Implement sustainable corrective actions and communicate decisions effectively to production teams.
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 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).