Manufacturing Engineer

MacLean Power, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems (MPS), headquartered in Fort Mill, SC, seeks an industrial Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve methods, select tooling, and ensure production supports quality and safety standards. You will program PLCs, work with vendors on equipment upgrades, and collaborate withMaintenance to keep lines running.

A Bachelor's degree and 0–3 years' experience preferred; strong problem-solving and teamwork required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related industrial field.
• 0–3 years of industrial maintenance or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Experience programming PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence).
• Strong problem-solving with analytical thinking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Communicate manufacturing capabilities to facilitate production.
• Confer with vendors to determine specifications and arrange equipment.
• Develop statements of work for equipment upgrades.
• Assist Maintenance to return equipment to operating standard.
• PLC programming with Allen Bradley, Keyence, Siemens.
• Troubleshoot load cells and analog inputs.
• Work with 480VAC panels to troubleshoot.
• Follow 5S and safety/quality policies.

Skills

PLC programming

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Microsoft Office

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Develops, evaluates and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.

Job Duties

Communicate manufacturing capabilities, or other information to facilitate production processesConfer with vendors to determine specifications of processes and arrange equipment, material purchase and equipment.Specify peripheral equipment specifications and write capital expense requests as needed.Develop statements of work for equipment upgrades (Controls Upgrade)Assist the Maintenance Dept when needed to return the equipment to operational standard.PLC Programming with Allen Braley, Keyence and/or SiemensUnderstanding and troubleshooting of load cells, Analog inputs (0-10Vdc or 4-20Ma)Understanding of basic Hydraulics and troubleshooting.Comfortable working in 480VAC Panels, for troubleshootingComplete all necessary documents fully and accuratelyAdhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

Experience and Education

Perform work under supervisionHandle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to more experienced staffWillingness to learn and grow with Maclean PowerBachelor's degree 0 to 3 years of experience preferred, or equivalent industrial experience will be considered for the right skill set.

Competencies/ Skills

Ability to follow written and verbal directionsIntermediate verbal and written communication skillsAbility to meet deadlinesAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamProblem-solving skills and Analytical thinking skillsComfortable using Microsoft Office SuiteOptional, Knowledge to program in PythonOptional, Equip Mechanical, Welding, Mig/Tig/GasOptional, Experience with AUTOCAD, Solid Works Software PackagesOptional, Some Machining, Small Machining Center and Small Lathe, Basic Operation.Work with Key Vendors to resolve problems with equipment.Work with Vendors on equipment quotes and capital projectsGeneral understanding of PLC’s; Allen Bradley, Siemens, KeyenceLadder Logic understanding, programming basics

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.