Mechanical Engineer I at S&C Electric Company in Chicago, IL

Summary: S&C Electric Company is a leader in the electrical industry with over a century of innovation, dedicated to transforming the grid for reliable power worldwide. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the development of mechanical systems, assist in design and prototyping, and work closely with senior engineers to gain experience and mentorship. Responsibilities: - Assist in the design and development of mechanical systems for current and pre-production projects and products - Contribute to product development efforts by supporting prototyping and testing new technologies - Create and modify 3D models, schematic engineering drawings, and utilize CAD software - Apply basic programming and tool usage to support model creation and documentation - Perform basic engineering calculations and simulations using FEA tools to support design validation and performance analysis - Document findings and analysis - Participate in building and testing mechanical prototypes - Conduct mechanical, environmental, and vibration performance tests under guidance from senior engineers - Learn product functionality and capabilities through hands-on experience and mentorship from senior-level engineers - Support root cause analysis and RMA processing - Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field - 0-2 Years of experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering - Basic proficiency in CAD and/or similar tools - Basic familiarity with engineering software for modeling and simulation - Preliminary skills in effective problem-solving and able to communicate across some levels of the organization related to concepts of supply-chain, production, and electronics - A basic understanding of various manufacturing technologies and methods, preferably within the electronics manufacturing industry - Good interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience - Good 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 - Support organizational planning through coordinating with 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 Preferred Qualifications: - Minor in Electrical Engineering, Power Hardware Engineering, Computer Science - Exposure to FEA, CFD, or thermal simulation tools and an understanding of their application to hardware design and validation - Experience with power hardware, circuit design, and IEEE standards - Hands-on experience with prototyping, assembly, or testing of electro-mechanical or power hardware components - Familiarity with thermal management solutions for electronics (heat sinks, airflow design, material selection) - Basic knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA) - Understanding of common manufacturing and assembly processes used in electronics and power hardware (sheet metal, PCB assemblies, enclosures, fasteners) - Experience working with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain - Exposure to quality and continuous improvement tools (FMEA, root cause analysis, SPC, lean manufacturing concepts) - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering standards Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, CAD, Engineering software for modeling, simulation, FEA, GD&T, Manufacturing technologies, Prototyping, Testing, Thermal management for electronics, Design for manufacturability, Quality, continuous improvement tools, Technical drawing interpretation 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).