Senior Engineer; Manufacturing

Hours

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

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 S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner. S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Fuse Products Manufacturing Engineering function. As a Senior Engineer (Manufacturing), you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

• 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

• 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
• 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

• 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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