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Mechanical Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: S & C Electric Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 73920 - 92345 USD Yearly USD 73920.00 92345.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Mechanical Engineer I

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!

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 - $92,345. 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 Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer I!

Are you passionate about
Engineering
? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our
Mechanical Engineering
function. As a
Mechanical Engineer I, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Mechanical Engineer I supports the development of new and sustaining products by assisting in design, prototyping, testing, and documentation. The engineer works closely with senior-level engineers to actively learn about products and grow through experience and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Product Support: 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.
  • Simulation & Technical Analysis: Create and modify 3D models, schematic engineering drawings, and utilize CAD software. Apply basic programming and tool usage to support model creation and documentation.
  • Design & Documentation: Perform basic engineering calculations and simulations using FEA tools to support design validation and performance analysis. Document findings and analysis. Basic knowledge of GD&T principles and their application to engineering drawings.
  • Research & Technology: Participate in building and testing mechanical prototypes. Conduct mechanical, environmental, and vibration performance tests under guidance from senior engineers.
  • Continuous Improvement: Learn product functionality and capabilities through hands‑on experience and mentorship from senior-level engineers. Support root cause analysis and RMA processing.
  • Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
What you’ll Need To Succeed:

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…

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