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Job Description
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 (Mon-Fri) On-Site

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 in the United States is $71,082 - $94,177.82. 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.
Join Our Team as a Product Designer!
Are you passionate about Product Engineering? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Product Engineeringfunction. As a Product Designer you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.
The Product Designer is a vital part of our engineering support team, responsible for creating and modifying 3D models and designs for both new and existing electrical product assemblies and components. This role requires proficiency in CAD systems, specifically 3D modeling and a practical understanding of design principles and fabrication techniques. The position involves hands-on work, troubleshooting, and collaboration with production teams to ensure effective design solutions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Create 3D models of new and existing assemblies and components using Solid Edge.
• Design new assemblies and components to meet specified mechanical and electrical functionality.
• Troubleshoot complex shop problems with Production Support Requests (PSR's) and developing solutions to design issues.
• Provides support to the production team by addressing design-related concerns and implementing necessary changes.
• Write engineering change orders (ECOs) to document print changes and release new prints. Maintain accurate and up-to-date design documentation in compliance with company standards.
• Update complex prototype assemblies using basic hand tools such as wrenches or machine tools like a drill press or belt sander.
• Procure components from the SMC model shop or external suppliers as needed for prototype development.
• Create simple single-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) in 3DX, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct basic quality checks on prototypes and components to ensure they meet design specifications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, production and quality assurance to support project goals and timelines.
• Support other product designers with their work and train junior designers on a departmental practices.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

What you'll Need To Succeed:

• Associate degree in Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in product design or a related role that focuses on 3D modeling.
• Basic understanding of S&C or similar industry products and familiar with the industry standards in product design and manufacturing.
• Proficient in 3D CAD, modeling and good drafting skills using standard software tools.
• Ability to use product lifecycle management software for revision control of parts and assemblies.
• Practical knowledge of basic design principles and fabrication techniques.
• Basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Effective verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with project team members, project stakeholders and outside suppliers.
• Understanding and application of basic tolerancing plus Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking and handling materials and tools.
• Capable of performing hands-on work, including assembly and prototyping.
• Proficient in using Microsoft 365 applications, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.

Preferred:

• Basic understanding of electrical components and their integration into mechanical designs.
• Experience with SolidEdge ST9 or newer.
• Experience with 3DExperience.

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.
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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.
S&C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• 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).
About the Team
In the (Engineering, Design) department, we are responsible for creatively addressing customers' needs, pioneering industry changes, and understanding each step, from R&D to production. We strive to not only solve the unique challenges our customers face today, but to create breakthrough technologies enabling them to effectively navigate the demands of the grid of tomorrow. As S&C innovates for reliability, progress, and longevity, our work continues S&C's legacy of creating game-changing technology and advancing the energy industry.