Senior Metrology Technologist

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

KSOP retirement plan

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Senior Metrology Technologist to oversee the calibration lab's operations, calibrate mechanical measuring equipment, and manage procedures for a 12,000-instrument workflow. The role requires strong technical knowledge and meticulous record-keeping.

Based in Chicago, IL, this first-shift position offers competitive compensation with annual incentive eligibility and a base salary range, reflecting performance, education, and experience, along with

Qualifications

• 4 years calibration experience or equivalent mechanical experience (e.g., Machinist, mechanical technologist, QA experience).
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and support team on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Calibrating mechanical measuring equipment.
• Data entry for calibration certificates.
• Updating/creating calibration procedures.
• Creating P-Shippers.
• Contacting suppliers for equipment that needs repair or calibration.
• Providing technical support for team members on the application of measuring equipment.
• Sending out weekly reminder notices.
• Represent the mechanical calibration lab during audits by customers/ISO certifications.

Skills

Mechanical drawings

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Measuring equipment

Record keeping

Communication skills

Independent work

Supplier liaison

Flexible scheduling

Tools

Asset management system

Job description

Compensation

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.

Job Description

Hours

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm- On-Site(Chicago, IL)

Compensation

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 $64,620 - $80,770. 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.

Join Our Team as a Senior Metrology Technologist

The Quality Assurance organization provides a variety of services aimed at helping its internal customers, S&C leaders and team members, deliver superior quality to our customers. Quality planning, inspection, audit, quality information, quality improvement consulting, and quality communications are examples of the kind of services that the organization provides.

The calibration laboratory provides the highest accurate measurements within the electrical laboratory, which meet the National Conference of Standards Laboratories (NCSL) and International Standards of Organization (ISO-9001:2015 and ISO-17025).

In this job you will be responsible for calibration mechanical measuring equipment and managing the calibration process, which includes around 12,000 instruments. The calibration laboratory daily operations are to enter all incoming & outgoing instruments in the asset management system, perform a performance test on all instrumentation and record the data. Additional calibration laboratory responsibilities are to investigate the purchase of new equipment, perform gage R&R, and work with engineering on the correct equipment to purchase. At times, you will have to work with suppliers to obtain an RMA number so equipment may be repaired or sent out for calibration.

The job will also require strong communication skills (Verbal & Written), a high level of software aptitude, technical knowledge, and an organized workflow. When an instrument is out of tolerance, a notice has to be sent out to the owner of the instrument so an investigation can take place. On a regular basis, you will have to send out weekly reminder notices to a variety of team members throughout the organization that equipment is due for calibration. In addition, a monthly report is generated, which is sent to upper level leadership. Since calibrating equipment will be done following procedures, it is a requirement that lab team members will ensure the procedures are updated and entered into the database.

Responsibilities

• Calibrating mechanical measuring equipment
• Data entry for calibration certificates
• Updating/creating calibration procedures
• Creating P-Shippers
• Contacting suppliers for equipment that needs repair or calibration
• Providing technical support for team members on the application of measuring equipment
• Sending out weekly reminder notices
• Be the representative for the mechanical calibration lab when audited by customers/ ISO certifications

Note: This job is established as a first shift position, however there will be occasional requirements to adjust to an earlier or later start time to support field calibrations

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read and understand mechanical drawings
• Advanced PC skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical measuring equipment
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a service environment
• Ability to support departmental team members on short notice
• Ability to adjust your start times on a short notice
• Ability to represent S&C in front of suppliers and customers

Relevant Work Experience

4 years calibration experience or equivalent mechanical experience (ie Machinist, mechanical technologist, Q.A. experience).

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing: Most tasks performed in a standing position with frequent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from ¼ to 30 lbs.
• Walking: Frequent walking short distances (total one to two miles).
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from ¼ to 30 lbs.
• Pushing: Regular pushing (on tools or operating devices) up to 30 lbs
• Pulling: Regular pulling (on tools or operating devices) up to 30 lbs
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching required
• Reaching: Occasional full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees
• Handling: Frequent handling of items ranging in size from ¼ to 30 lbs.

No fixed deadline

About Us

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.

Benefits

• 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).

About The Team

In (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, out team members, and our world.