Design Engineer - Royal Switchgear
About the role
MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Founded in 1986, MPS has grown into a standalone company with a global workforce of over 2,000 team members. The company focuses on vertical integration and operates seventeen production facilities across North America.
Responsibilities
- Design, model, and test prototypes for products
- Conduct research and create design proposals for projects
- Create design briefs
- Create concepts, performance, and production criteria
- Select materials needed for production
- Produce final hand drawings and specifications
- Create parts lists
- List costs involved in production
- Make samples of working models for demonstration
- Plan marketing initiatives for product
- Negotiate appropriate production processes
- Improve usability of an item
- Use computer-aided design (CAD) to design concepts
- Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
- Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
- Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Performs work under general supervision
- Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff
- Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter
- May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group
- Requires a bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of experience
Skills
- Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, MS Office suite
- Solid working knowledge of subject matter
- Strong analytical skills with a high-level of attention to detail and business process
- Strong skills in developing and presenting performance metrics reports
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with others
- Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data
- Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including preparing and presenting information
- Ability to work independently and be self-directed as needed
- WMS experience and knowledge preferred
- ERP system knowledge (JD Edwards preferred)
Benefits
MPS offers a competitive compensation package, including a bonus potential based on company performance. The total rewards package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and employer-paid disability. Other benefits include paid time off, life insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. MPS also provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and a range of additional perks designed to support your overall well-being.