Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Staff Manufacturing Engineer

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm On-Site (Chicago, IL)

Compensation

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 annual base salary range for this position is $113,740 -$150,647.2. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Staff Manufacturing Engineer!

Are you interested in Manufacturing Engineering? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Fuse Products Manufacturing Engineering function. As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

The Manufacturing Engineering team within the Fuse Products Value Stream plays a critical role in driving innovation and operational excellence across our assembly processes. As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of assigned product lines, leading efforts to develop, implement, and continuously improve assembly processes that ensure safe, high-quality and efficient production. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with teams including Assembly, Quality Assurance, Production Planning, Product Engineering, Facilities and Maintenance in a collaborative environment. You will report directly to the Manager-Manufacturing Engineering and contribute meaningfully to the success of the Fuse Products Value Stream.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specifying, developing, and procuring production equipment by applying validation planning methodologies, including Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs)
• Designing efficient layouts and workstations to optimize flow of people, material, and information across the production environment
• Leading hands-on root cause analysis and problem solving for assembly-related issues using structured 4-step problem solving techniques
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive assembly process documentation for fuse products, including process flow diagrams, process specification procedures (SOPs/work instructions), routings, and value stream maps
• Supporting quality and risk management by contributing to PFMEAs, assembly control plans inspection specifications and statistical process control (SPC) systems
• Collaborating cross-functionally with design, quality, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new equipment and processes
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity within the Fuse Products Value Stream
• Coaching and mentoring less experienced team members to build capability across the team
• Understanding and complying with all applicable company policies and rules

What you'll Need To Succeed:

Job Requirements (To select this job at a minimum you must have the following):

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or Quality Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred)
• 7-10 years of professional tenure (or Master's Degree and 5-7 years of professional tenure)
• Experience in a medium/high volume manufacturing environment for mechanical systems
• Proven ability to procure, implement and utilize assembly tooling and equipment effectively-experience with projects exceeding $100k preferred
• Hands on experience documenting assembly processes, including creating clear and accurate work instructions
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage large groups and drive alignment
• Demonstrated collaboration skills, working across multiple teams to solve complex problems
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Goal oriented mindset, emotional intelligence and resilience in dynamic environments
• Ability to embrace diversity and equity to actively contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace

Major Physical Demands:

• Standing: Many tasks are performed in a standing position.
• Walking: Moderate walking around the S&C campus.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.
• Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objects
• Observation/Eyesight: Frequently required to observe details at close range including depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to differentiate between colors
• Environment: Standard office

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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. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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