Mechanical Engineer

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Expand yourself -- and your potential to succeed! Join our staff of motivated, forward-thinking individuals and thrive in an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.Position Summary: Team member of the mechanical design group responsible for timely completion of the design and engineering tasks associated with electrical distribution gear.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Perform tasks associated with the design, analysis and engineering of switchgear and switchboards for medium and low voltage electrical power distribution and control in strict compliance with company engineering processes, quality procedures and design standardsLearn UL 891, UL1558 and NEMA Standards and their application to power distribution equipmentReview job order documents and organize mechanical designs processed by the sales departmentPrepare technical submittals to include layout drawings, Bill of Materials, wiring schematics, test procedures to meet customer approvalsGenerate detailed design drawings and parts list for manufacturingOrganize and participate in meetings with customers and other departments to complete product design workVerify equipment design to meet compliance to applicable U.L and NEMA standardsDevelop test and inspection procedures and verify that finished products meet design and performance criteriaDrive development of new products and innovations.Stay technically acquainted with production methods, cost estimating procedures, new development technologies, materials, electrical components, etc.Review mechanical single line drawings and specifications in order to determine project requirements and prepare quotations that are on time, on budget, on spec as accurately as possibleMaintain close working relationships with vendors and other departments within SAIOccasional weekend and/or evening work and travel to jobsitesPerform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as neededRegular in-person attendance is an essential function of this jobSupervisory Responsibilities This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. xzbcwsv Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics, automation or robotics, engineering from an accredited engineering school required.0-3 years experience as a mechanical engineerExperience in electrical power distribution equipment or experience gained through internships in a related field preferredKnowledge and Skills:Articulate verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to prepare written specifications and review contractual documentsKnowledge of Low Voltage and/or Medium Voltage switchboard design and manufacturing considerationsFamiliarity with protective devices (thermal magnetic breakers, MCCBs, power breakers), metering systems (PQM, BCM), and power quality solutionsProficient in AutoCAD Mechanical, Creo and/or Solidworks 3D Mechanical design softwareMicrosoft 365Self-Motivation and problem-solving skillsMust be able to read, write and converse fluently in English with the level of competency that will permit the applicant to function in the position (i.e., collaborate with colleagues and customers through in-person or virtual meetings, quotes, contracts and email communication)Work Location:Franklin Park, IL, St. Charles, IL, or Carol Stream, IL
H1B Sponsorship is not available for this positionNo remote work for this position