Engineer, Specifications III

Southwire Company; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking a Packaging Engineer to develop packaging equipment and materials ensuring safe, attractive transport of goods. You will analyze drawings and specs to optimize packaging for safety, efficiency, and compliance.

Responsibilities include leading specification development, coaching junior engineers, improving processes, documenting standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality packaging solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree.
• Years of Experience: 5-7 Years.
• Licenses/Certificates: Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and leads the specification development process, ensuring complex technical specs meet standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coaches and mentors junior engineers and technical staff on specification development.
• Conducts analysis of product specifications for customer requirements, safety standards, and regulations.
• Designs systems to improve specification processes across the lifecycle.
• Develops detailed technical documentation and design standards.
• Implements processes to improve specification management and reduce errors.
• Engages stakeholders to align specifications with customer needs and market trends.
• Coordinates cross-functional discussions to drive consensus on requirements and changes.
• Provides leadership for operational tasks and coaching for junior team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Scripting

Quality Assurance

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Agile Methodology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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?

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Job Summary

Develops packaging equipment and materials to ensure safe, convenient, and visually appealing transport of goods under various conditions. Analyzes engineering drawings and product specifications to determine optimal packaging solutions that maximize utility, function, and compliance with safety requirements. Evaluates packaging methods, identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency, and recommends innovations in materials, sealing techniques, and fastening devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Assesses and leads the specification development process, ensuring that complex technical specifications meet the highest standards and comply with regulatory requirements. Provides direction and oversight for the creation, revision, and approval of product specifications, acting as the point of contact for cross-functional teams.
• Coaches and mentors junior engineers and technical staff, sharing expertise on best practices for specification development and providing guidance on complex technical challenges. Ensures that team members have the tools and resources necessary for successful specification creation and management.
• Conducts more complex analysis of product specifications, examining their compliance with customer requirements, safety standards, and industry regulations. Identifies opportunities for improvement and proactively suggests solutions to enhance product quality and functionality.
• Designs systems to improve specification processes, contributing to the development and implementation of standardized approaches that increase efficiency and consistency across the product specification lifecycle. Collaborates with product development and engineering teams to integrate new specifications and improve existing ones.
• Develops more complex technical documentation, including detailed product specifications, design standards, and technical manuals. Ensures that all documentation is accurate, clear, and fully aligned with organizational and industry requirements.
• Implements processes to improve specification management, optimizing workflows to enhance team productivity and reduce errors. Continuously evaluates and refines processes to ensure that product specifications are delivered on time and to the required quality standards.
• Helps establish and implement strategies to engage key stakeholders, working with internal and external partners to ensure that product specifications align with customer needs, market trends, and competitive products. Acts as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on specification-related matters.
• Implements cross-functional coordination strategies, ensuring that all relevant departments (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance) are aligned on the latest specification updates. Leads discussions and meetings with stakeholders to drive consensus on product requirements and design changes.
• Provides leadership for operational tasks and coaching for junior team members, helping to manage day-to-day specification development tasks. Offers constructive feedback and support to colleagues, promoting continuous learning and development within the team.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Licenses/Certificates: Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 5%

Standing: 90%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Action Oriented

Plans and Aligns

Customer Focus

Balances Stakeholders

Nimble Learning

Skills

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Scripting

Quality Assurance

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Agile Methodology

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.