Specialist, Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Southwire Company; Remo (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in the development of innovative electrical products. This position offers the opportunity to lead the design process, ensuring products meet industry standards while collaborating closely with project management and operations teams. With a commitment to employee growth and competitive benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to cutting-edge solutions, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical design experience and 2+ years in manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency in Solidworks and CAD applications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical designs and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Create prototypes and coordinate testing for new products.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Engineering Compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Microsoft Office

CAD Applications

Job description

Specialist, Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Location: Remote/Other, US

Company: Southwire Company LLC

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. 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, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities.

Role Summary:

Southwire’s Electrical Products and Engineered Solutions division (EP&ES) is responsible for the strategic growth of various lines of electrical equipment, lifting and material handling equipment, and electrical products and components. EP&ES is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to take engineering responsibility for new product development and engineering support of products released to the field. This experienced individual will interface directly with project management, product managers, and operations on new products, engineering changes, and compliance requirements for products throughout their lifecycle.

Description of Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Prepare mechanical designs for various electrical products.
2. Create all drawings, models, and 3D printed models for assigned products.
3. Engineering ownership of assigned products to ensure they are designed to meet all industry codes and standards.
4. Ensure all engineering processes and protocols are followed for all assigned design projects to include DVP&R, DFMEA, design reviews, FAIR’s, ECR and PRAP’s.
5. Create design specifications per Program Manager and Project Manager requests.
6. Work closely with Project Management to get assigned projects through the stage gate approval process.
7. Create prototypes for testing and evaluation.
8. Coordinate engineering and PRAP builds with operations engineer and operations manager.
9. Develop certification plans for products and coordinate actual third-party certification units for testing in conjunction with Product Compliance Manager.
10. Create BOM’s and Costed BOM’s.
11. Work with operations engineering to ensure manufacturability of assigned products.
12. Design tooling required to manufacture and/or procure components.
13. Lead design validation testing for assigned products and projects.
14. Understand and remain current on latest engineering and product trends to ensure continued product development to the latest industry demand.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering degree.
2. 4+ years of mechanical and/or machinery design.
3. 2+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience is preferred.
4. Proficiency in Solidworks and other CAD applications to include simulations.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Office, Project, Excel, PowerPoint.
6. Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work independently, as well as in collaboration with other engineering and non-technical staff.

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.