S&C Electric Company
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Welding Engineer will help coordinate and assist with production welding projects within Manufacturing Technology. Projects may vary from welding procedure development, equipment set-up and programming, quality improvement, cost reduction, and specification of Capital Expense equipment purchases. This position is for a self-motivated, goal-driven engineer who displays an aptitude in many aspects of manufacturing and welding technology and an ability to successfully manage projects to completion. The job requires an ability to develop project plans and communicate effectively throughout implementation. This person will report to Leadership within Manufacturing Engineering.
Please note: This position requires a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in the core competencies of Welding Fabrication.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support and lead projects in the welding fabrication processes using the latest industry techniques to ensure processes are safe, efficient, and effective. Use concepts that incorporate Lean, 5-S and flow line concepts.
- Perform hands-on welding procedure development using procedure testing practices, visual, NDT, and destructive testing methods.
- Provide written welding procedure specifications and documents, including WPS, quality control documents, and work instructions.
- Perform set-up and programming of Automated welding process equipment including robotic welders. Ability to learn Cloos and Fanuc controller programming and functionality.
- Updating files and programs that support manufacturing processes because of design engineering changes, including routings, BOM’s, prints and machine programs.
- Actively lead teams in problem solving to drive results and improvements through the use of structural team problem solving techniques such as A3 and Four-Step Problem Solving.
- Lead in the investigation and implementation of new welding technology/CapEX Projects to improve cost and efficiency of producing product.
- Assist in the day-to-day resolution of problems arising on the production floor.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, most notably, internal customers and suppliers.
- Demonstrate commitment to meeting and supporting departmental, divisional, and company goals/objectives/strategies.
- Demonstrate good report preparation, presentation, and listening skills.
- Create project plans and successfully manage/oversee projects through completion in a timely fashion.
- Demonstrate a high regard for people by treating them with dignity, respect, fairness and consistency.
- Set a good example of behavior, attitude and teamwork both within and between departments.
- Adapt to changes; shows commitment to change and continuous improvement
To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Welding, Mechanical, Electrical, or other related Engineering field.
- A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in the core competencies of Welding Fabrication.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and demonstrated implementation of the lean principles & key performance indicators.
- Working knowledge of industry welding processes including GMAW, GTAW, RSW, and Stud Welding.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel to analyze operational metrics.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, to clearly present ideas in a variety of forums.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprint and CAD Drawings including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances (GD&T).
- Familiarity with Tool Design and Tool Building, and its application with welding and fabrication processes.
- Familiarity with Robotic programming and its application with welding and fabrication processes.
- Technical knowledge of welding processes, equipment, and/or support services and other relevant manufacturing activities.
MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Standing: Most tasks are performed in a standing position.
- Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 40 lbs.
- Walking: Moderate walking of distances up to 1 mile around the S&C Campus.
- Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.
- Pushing: Occasional use of an electric hand truck and pushing to move parts a moderate distance.
- Pulling: Occasional use of an electric hand truck and pulling to move parts a moderate distance.
- Bending: Frequent bending and crouching required to perform a variety of tasks.
- Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees to reach for items.
- Handling: Continuous handling of parts and tools to perform a variety of tasks.
- Environment: Working environment that of a manufacturing/fabrication company including the use of heavy industrial equipment, and arc welding machines.
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.
