Mechanical Engineer III

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) Hybrid - Remote flexibility

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 $106,073 - $140,549. 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 III!

The Lateral Automation department is responsible for developing and sustaining existing products that are deployed on lateral and grid-edge applications for our customers. This position is for a team-oriented mechanical engineer with interests in manufacturing and product development. Tasks will range from conceptual development of prototypes to design optimization of existing products. This position reports to the Manager of Product Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the product development lifecycle, from initial concept through validation and product release, ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to design and analyze components and systems, including stress/strain assessments, tolerance analysis, and validation testing. Leverage engineering tools and simulation methods to address complex design challenges.
• Develop mechanical designs from early concepts to production ‑ ready models using 3D CAD software (Siemens Solid Edge).
• Produce accurate and complete engineering drawings and documentation, with strong application of GD&T principles.
• Perform linear and non ‑ linear structural analyses using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
• Collaborate directly with suppliers to guide decision ‑ making, support manufacturing activities, and resolve component ‑ related issues. Work with internal and external partners to ensure product readiness and continuity.
• Coordinate effectively with project managers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders, utilizing tools to manage documentation, track progress, and maintain clear communication.
• Lead mechanical testing and validation activities, ensuring rigorous test methods and precise execution per IEEE standards. Analyze complex data sets, prepare detailed reports, and deliver insights that support design decisions and foster innovation.
• Contribute to new product development by creating mechanical concepts and refining designs for performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability. Support prototype builds, design validation, and participate in cross ‑ functional design reviews.
• Participate in Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities for electromechanical subsystems, identifying potential failure modes, assessing associated risks, and recommending design or process improvements.
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions and serve as a key resource for resolving design and component challenges.
• Adhere to all applicable company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• 5-7 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering in a Product Development Role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience creating parts, assemblies, and drawings for commercially launched products using 3D CAD tools.
• Demonstrated ability to use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and implement empirical test plans for design validation.
• Experience with mechanical linkages, spring mechanisms, actuators, and structural component design methodologies.
• A great understanding of various manufacturing technologies (e.g. stamping, machining, casting, injection molding, etc.) preferably within the electronics manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated problem ‑ solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various levels of the organization regarding supply ‑ chain and production issues.
• Great communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation), able to partner with and communicate with customers, both technical and non-technical.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to coordinate internal and external resources while managing multiple competing 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.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, including the flexibility to work extended hours when necessary. 
• Great computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Major Physical Requirements

• Standing: Occasional standing for work
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting, infrequent lifting up to 30 pounds
• Walking: Occasional walking throughout the facility
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects for short distances
• Pushing: Infrequent use of a manual hand truck to move items
• Pulling: Infrequent use of a manual hand truck to move items
• Bending: Occasional bending
• Reaching: Occasional Reaching
• Handling: Occasional Handling of parts or tools
• Environment: Standard Office / Desktop workspace. Exposure to factory and production line environment.

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 [email protected] .

No fixed deadline