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Mechanical Engineer I (Early Talent Program)

S&C Electric Company
United States, Illinois, Chicago
6601 North Ridge Boulevard (Show on map)
Apr 28, 2026
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! 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 $73,920-$95,495.40. 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. Available Shift 1st shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday (Onsite) Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer I (Early Talent Program)! The S&C Engineering Rotational Program is intended to provide early career professionals with a rich development experience across S&C's Power Hardware organization. The program lasts approximately 24 months, with new assignments approximately every 6 months, after which time the individual is placed in a permanent position. Participants will contribute across S&C's organization while learning foundational engineering and manufacturing skills, developing a baseline understanding of S&C products, and understanding internal processes and workflows. The Product Development organization is responsible for the product management, new product development, and product engineering/sustaining engineering functions at S&C. The program provides an excellent opportunity to become a well-rounded professional with varied experience, widely sought-after skills, and great prospects for future success. Key Responsibilities: Participate on teams developing new products and product feature extensions Providing engineering support for internal and external customers including leading problem solving activities tied to part and assembly design, manufacturing and assembly processes, and quality compliance issues Creation of conceptual and prototype mechanical systems using 3D CAD software Participation in formal problem-solving events as well asFailure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) events Investigation and detailed written engineering analysis of equipment returned by customers Execution of mechanical, high-voltage, and high-power testing per relevant standards onnew and existing product designs Preparation of necessary design models, drawings, and requests to create test vehicles Definition of device and system test requirements as well as preparation of test samples Travel to outside labs, customer, and supplier facilities Analysisof high-voltage electrical components and electrical circuits Supporting lifecycle product management and product marketing activities Participating in voice of the customer (VOC) engagement activities to understand existing problems and emerging requirements, including customer visits and presentations Presentation of significant findings, orally and in writing, to senior management and engineers throughout the company What You'll Need To Succeed: BS degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university Good interpersonal and communication skills, written and spoken, to clearly present ideas in a variety of forums Desire to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment Ability to operate successfully bothindependently and as part of a largerengineering team Major Physical Demand Standing: Occasional standing for work Lifting: Occasional light lifting, infrequent lifting of up to 35 pounds Walking: Occasional walking throughout the facility Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects for short distances Pushing: Infrequent use of manual hand truck to move items Pulling: Infrequent use of manual hand truck to move item. Bending: Occasional bending Reaching:Occasional reaching Handling: Occasional handling of parts or tools Environment: Standard office/ desktop workspace; occasional laboratory and manufacturing areas Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions. 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 TAsupport@sandc.com