Manufacturing Engineer III
S&C Electric Company
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Job summary
S&C Electric Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to lead machining-focused engineering projects at our Palatine, IL facility. You will drive design-to-implementation efforts, optimize tooling and automation, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
This role emphasizes data-driven improvements and advanced manufacturing methods. The position requires a Bachelor's in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of machining
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering specifically machining (e.g., Machining Process Engineer, CNC Process Engineer).
- Proven ability to improve KPI’s related to machining quality and productivity.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and work with machinists and CNC programmers (incl. speeds and feeds, offsets, etc).
- Ability to work with tool designers and CNC team to improve workholding and tooling selection.
- Great problem-solving skills and able to communicate across levels of the organization related to supply-chain, production, and manufacturing.
- Good interpersonal skills to establish relationships and foster collaboration.
- Great communication skills (written, verbal, listening, presentation).
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation within quality function.
- Good organizational planning and resource coordination.
- Analytical skills to drive learning and data-driven actions.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and extended hours when necessary.
- Proficiency with MS Office and Power BI; data analysis skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing engineering projects from design through implementation, including equipment installation and process redesign.
- Design and document manufacturing processes, standards, and tooling; drive safety, quality, design, and cost metrics by analyzing production data.
- Develop and implement tooling and automation; apply PLC knowledge to support automation and integration.
- Manage equipment upgrades and coordinate with suppliers; ensure performance, safety, and ergonomic standards.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration to align engineering with production, maintenance, product engineering, and quality.
- Coach and mentor junior engineers through informal learning and project collaboration.
- Lead practical problem-solving efforts to address safety, quality, and efficiency issues and implement corrective actions.
- Understand and comply with Company policies and rules.
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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.
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!
- 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon‑Fri, onsite at our Palatine facility)
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 $ 96,514 - 127,886. 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.
Are you passionate about Engineering? The Manufacturing Engineer III leads manufacturing engineering projects with minimal oversight, often implementing new machines or rebalancing lines. They provide strong technical expertise and project management skills. They are subject matter experts in tooling, automation, and programming, along with the ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate across departments.
- Project Execution: Lead manufacturing engineering projects from design through implementation, including equipment installation and process redesign. Define scope, manage timelines, and coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers.
- Process Optimization: Design and document manufacturing processes, standards, and tooling. Drive improvements in safety, quality, design, and cost metrics by analyzing production data and implementing changes that enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Tooling & Automation Expertise: Develop and implement specialized tools and machines for fabrication and assembly. Apply knowledge of PLC and programming to support automation and technological integration.
- Equipment Management: Manage equipment upgrades and replacements, including direct engagement with suppliers. Ensure that the equipment now meets performance, safety, and ergonomic standards.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive interdepartmental collaboration to align engineering efforts with production, maintenance, product engineering, and quality objectives. Serve as a technical resource and liaison across teams.
- Team Development: Coach and mentor junior engineers through informal learning sessions and project collaboration. Foster team development and knowledge sharing within the engineering group.
- Problem Solving: Lead practical problem‑solving (PPS) efforts to address safety, quality, and efficiency issues. Implement sustainable corrective actions and communicate decisions effectively to production teams.
- Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ Years of experience in manufacturing engineering specific to machining (ie. Machining Process Engineer, CNC Process Engineer)
- Proven ability to improve KPI’s related to both machining quality and productivity.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and work with machinists and CNC programmers (inc. speeds and feeds, offsets, etc).
- Ability to work with tool designers and CNC team to improve workholding and tooling selection.
- Great problem‑solving skills and able to communicate across some levels of the organization related to concepts of supply‑chain, production, and manufacturing.
- Good interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
- Great 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.
- Good organizational planning, coordinating internal and external resources, and juggling key demands.
- 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 Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Power BI, or other similar systems. Including great data analysis skills
- Master's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.
With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people‑first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent‑development programs and involved leadership.
S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.
- Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
- Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.
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