Engineer, Development III

Southwire Company, LLC; Carrollton (GA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health Insurance (Family & Individual)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability Insurance (Long/Short-Term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Southwire Company, a leader in technology and innovation, is seeking an experienced engineering leader for a remote role focused on developing and commercializing new products. You will lead cross-functional teams including Product Management, Operations, and Certification to deliver high-quality, safe solutions.

The role emphasizes Stage Gate development, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to mentor engineers and drive continuous improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree.
• Specialized Degree: Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering or Physics.
• Years of Experience: 5-7 Years.

Responsibilities

• Assesses product development requirements and analyzes complex technical issues, offering innovative solutions that improve product design and functionality.
• Assists in the management of large-scale engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Designs systems to meet customer specifications and business needs, using advanced engineering principles and tools to create high-quality, efficient solutions.
• Develops more complex product designs and systems, ensuring that all engineering processes adhere to safety standards and internal quality controls.
• Implements processes to enhance product performance, streamline development cycles, and improve overall engineering efficiency.
• Interprets complex technical data and communicates findings to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates with external suppliers, vendors, and partners to secure resources for development and implementation.
• Coaches junior engineers and team members to ensure high-quality work and growth.
• Delivers continuous improvement initiatives in engineering practices and presents at industry forums.

Skills

Scrum (Software Development)

Unit Testing

Software Development Life Cycle

Agile Methodology

Troubleshooting

CI/CD

Automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering or Physics

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Remote

Job Summary

Under limited direction, this role will perform a variety of complex engineering assignments requiring in-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering. The role will act as a Core Team Leader/Project Manager leading a team of diverse experiences and disciplines such as Product Management, Operations, Certification and Test labs towards the successful design, manufacturing, and commercialization of new products. The role shall adhere to and follow a Stage Gate development process to ensure that products are well designed and manufactured according to highest standard of safety, quality, and regulatory codes. The individual will proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assesses product development requirements and analyzes complex technical issues, offering innovative solutions that improve product design, performance, and functionality in line with industry standards.
• Assists in the management of large-scale engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and alignment with business objectives.
• Designs systems to meet customer specifications and business needs, using advanced engineering principles and tools to create high-quality, efficient, and sustainable solutions.
• Develops more complex product designs and systems, ensuring that all engineering processes adhere to safety standards, regulations, and internal quality controls.
• Implements processes to enhance product performance, streamline development cycles, and improve the overall efficiency of the engineering and product development teams.
• Interprets complex technical data and communicates findings to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that all product development activities align with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates with external suppliers, vendors, and partners to ensure that the necessary resources, materials, and components are available for successful product development and implementation.
• Coaches junior engineers and team members by providing technical guidance and mentorship to ensure high-quality work and the continuous development of engineering capabilities.
• Delivers continuous improvement initiatives in engineering practices, identifying opportunities for innovation and applying technical expertise to enhance the organizationâs overall engineering performance.
• Makes formal technical presentations to customers and at industry forums. Represents the company in industry standards committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering or Physics

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 10%

Standing: 30%

Working Conditions

Office

Laboratory

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Action Oriented

Plans and Aligns

Customer Focus

Balances Stakeholders

Nimble Learning

Skills

Scrum (Software Development)

Unit Testing

Software Development Life Cycle

Agile Methodology

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

CI/CD

Automation

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.