Mechanical Engineer

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Position Summary: Team member of the mechanical design group responsible for timely completion of the design and engineering tasks associated with electrical distribution gear.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform tasks associated with the design, analysis and engineering of switchgear and switchboards for medium and low voltage electrical power distribution and control in strict compliance with company engineering processes, quality procedures and design standards
• Learn UL 891, UL1558 and NEMA Standards and their application to power distribution equipment
• Review job order documents and organize mechanical designs processed by the sales department
• Prepare technical submittals to include layout drawings, Bill of Materials, wiring schematics, test procedures to meet customer approvals
• Generate detailed design drawings and parts list for manufacturing
• Organize and participate in meetings with customers and other departments to complete product design work
• Verify equipment design to meet compliance to applicable U.L and NEMA standards
• Develop test and inspection procedures and verify that finished products meet design and performance criteria
• Drive development of new products and innovations.
• Stay technically acquainted with production methods, cost estimating procedures, new development technologies, materials, electrical components, etc.
• Review mechanical single line drawings and specifications in order to determine project requirements and prepare quotations that are on time, on budget, on spec as accurately as possible
• Maintain close working relationships with vendors and other departments within SAI
• Occasional weekend and/or evening work and travel to jobsites
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed
• Regular in-person attendance is an essential function of this job

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics, automation or robotics, engineering from an accredited engineering school required.
• 0-3 years experience as a mechanical engineer
• Experience in electrical power distribution equipment or experience gained through internships in a related field preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Articulate verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to prepare written specifications and review contractual documents
• Knowledge of Low Voltage and/or Medium Voltage switchboard design and manufacturing considerations
• Familiarity with protective devices (thermal magnetic breakers, MCCBs, power breakers), metering systems (PQM, BCM), and power quality solutions
• Proficient in AutoCAD Mechanical, Creo and/or Solidworks 3D Mechanical design software
• Microsoft 365
• Self-Motivation and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to read, write and converse fluently in English with the level of competency that will permit the applicant to function in the position (i.e., collaborate with colleagues and customers through in-person or virtual meetings, quotes, contracts and email communication)

Work Location:

• Franklin Park, IL, St. Charles, IL, or Carol Stream, IL

H1B Sponsorship is not available for this position

No remote work for this position