Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Job Summary 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! Available Shift 1st shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday Full-Time Summer 2027 Internship At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated per hourly range for this position is $22 - 30 per hour based on experience. Competitive Weekly Pay Period The Manufacturing Engineering team in Lateral Automation Production leads and supports the development and optimization of S&C’s assembly processes. As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Engineering, Facilities, Quality Assurance, and Assembly, to improve existing processes and support new initiatives. This role offers hands‑on experience in process development, documentation, and continuous improvement. The position reports to the Manager – Manufacturing Engineering. Responsibilities Develop and update process documentation, work instructions and routings to support Lateral Automation assembly operations. Assist in identifying and resolving assembly process issues through root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Conduct time studies and process evaluations to improve throughput, reduce waste, and eliminate bottlenecks. Support safety, quality, and efficiency improvements at workstations across multiple production lines. Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop and enhance fixtures and tooling. Contribute to plant layout updates and support capital projects alongside Manufacturing and Project Engineers. Required In-progress degree program from an accredited university/college program with a concentration in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or a related field). Effective verbal and written communication. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments. Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to learning and contributing. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing: Occasional standing on shop floor. Lifting: Occasional lifting of production parts and tooling less than 50 pounds. Walking: Frequent walking throughout the facility both indoors and outdoors. Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects. Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objects. Pulling: Infrequent pulling of objects. Bending: Occasional bending. Reaching: Infrequent reaching. Handling: Occasional handling of parts or tools. Other: Frequent use of personal computer, keyboard, monitor. S&C Electric is committed to equal‑opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. About Us In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world. With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people‑first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent‑development programs and involved leadership. S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr S&C Electric Company