Engineering Technician 2 - Royal Switchgear

About the company

MacLean Power Systems (MPS), headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS now operates as a standalone company with over 2,000 team members worldwide. MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety, with a focus on vertical integration to ensure the highest standards across product lines. The company operates seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invests in manufacturing capabilities. MPS fosters a workplace built on respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship, and is committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through its Mission Zero initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform work associated with automation improvements, new plant layouts, installation, calibration, and operation of production machines.
• Set up, adjust, and operate machinery in support of the production process, as needed.
• Test and inspect machines to determine safe and efficient operation; perform routine maintenance and fix standard malfunctions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
• Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products, such as machinery, equipment, and measuring instruments.
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area).
• Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Accreditation from a technical school or applicable skilled trades program.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work under general supervision, handling moderately complex issues and problems while referring more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Skills

• Ability to interpret work instructions and follow written and verbal directions.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills.
• Leadership skills and design expertise.