Mechanical Engineer II

Scott Manufacturing Solutions, Inc.; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

MBE/DBE supplier

Job summary

Scott Manufacturing Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design and optimize structural enclosures and components for medium-voltage power distribution solutions.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical and electrical systems and support production goals. The role requires hands-on design, validation, and collaboration with manufacturing, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in power distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Proficient in SolidWorks; SolidWorks PDM a plus.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, ESR, ANSI C37, IEEE C37.20.2, UL/NEMA standards.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specs and electrical diagrams to generate detailed submittals.
• Present technical solutions and obtain seismic certification when required.
• Direct fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation to meet specs.
• Standardize projects and evaluate engineering change requests.
• Create 3D CAD models and fabrication drawings in SolidWorks; release in PDM.
• Perform structural FE analysis to verify integrity.
• Prepare MBOMs for production.
• Provide engineering support to factory for manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate with PMs and operations to integrate electrical systems into manufacturing.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Safety & regulatory standards

Electrical standards knowledge

Engineering change management

Training junior engineers

DFM/DFA/cost optimization

Troubleshooting/root-cause analysis

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Sheet metal manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

FEA

Job description

Join us at Scott Manufacturing Solutions, Inc., where your expertise as a Mechanical Engineer II will drive innovation and excellence in the manufacturing industry. You'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing structural enclosures and components for medium-voltage power distribution solutions. Collaborate closely with our dynamic team to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electrical systems, all while upholding the highest industry standards. Your proactive approach and detail-oriented mindset will be key as we work together to meet production goals and drive continuous improvement.
We're proud to operate as an ESOP company, where every employee is a part-owner, fostering a culture of dedication and shared success. As an MBE/DBE supplier, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is central to our mission. In this role, you'll lead projects from concept to factory implementation, leveraging your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to enhance our production environment. If you're ready to contribute to a world-class team and grow with us, let's take the next step together.

Compensation: $88,000 - $100,000 yearly

Qualifications

• Required Skills/Abilities:
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams, keeping stakeholders proactively informed using clear, positive communication.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards across all mechanical and electrical system layouts.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and implement necessary engineering changes.
• Provide technical expertise and training to junior engineers and cross-functional team members on electrical systems and best practices.
• Strong exposure to and knowledge of, including but not limited to, National Electrical Code (NEC), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Utility Electric Service Requirements (ESR), ANSI C37, IEEE C37.20.2, and UL/NEMA standards.
• Ability to promptly respond to and resolve customer technical issues, while actively seeking feedback to improve service.
• Comprehensive understanding of design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and cost optimization principles.
• Excellent troubleshooting, root-cause failure analysis, and analytical skills.
• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in a power distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Must be proficient in SolidWorks.
• SolidWorks PDM experience is a plus.
• Strong foundational understanding of mechanical design principles, raw materials, and sheet metal manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Review customer technical specifications and electrical one/three-line diagrams to generate detailed project layout submittals.
• Present technical project solutions to the customer and internal stakeholders, and obtain seismic certification with third-party engineers when required.
• Direct and coordinate structural fabrication, mechanical assembly, product testing, and installation activities to ensure compliance with design specifications, structural codes, and customer requirements.
• Standardize projects, evaluate internal engineering change requests, and assist with product specification development.
• Utilize SolidWorks to create and modify 3D CAD models and fabrication drawings, releasing the final designs in SolidWorks PDM.
• Perform structural simulations using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity under various conditions.
• Prepare specifications and detailed Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM) for production.
• Provide timely engineering and troubleshooting support to the factory floor for manufacturing issues, component defects, and new product launches.
• Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, and other departments to ensure smooth integration of electrical systems into manufacturing operations.