Design Engineer - Royal Switchgear

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) 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 has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Take your next career step at Royal Switchgear Manufacturing Company with a US based team that is developing responsive solutions for an evolving grid.

RSMC is a leader in engineering, designing, and manufacturing critical componentry for electrical substations and the broader grid. Our pride lies in our long-standing partnership with utilities companies, the reliability of our products, and the technical and hands-on capabilities of our team.

Location: Onsite - Bessemer, Alabama

What You’ll Do

• Designing, developing, and testing high voltage switches, components, or systems.
• Interpreting customer order information, drawings, IEEE, ANSI standards
• Configure existing designs to meet customer requirements
• Applying mathematical and engineering principles and methods to electrical system designs.
• Contributing to research efforts to develop a solution or a new product.
• Managing project design lifecycle from conception to full scale production – this includes component design, support with sourcing, support building prototypes, creation of test plans, and leading a cross-functional project design team to achieve timely completion project milestones.

What You’ll Need to Excel in This Role

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited degree program.
• A minimum of 1 - 5 years of product design experience with a strong preference to design of substation equipment.
• Detailed knowledge of the limitations & capabilities of the following processes – sand casting, permanent mold casting, machining, and welding.
• Experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis through SolidWorks Simulation.
• Demonstrated experience with bringing new products to market

Competencies/Skills

• Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, MS Office suite
• 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)

Total Rewards Offering:

MPS offers a competitive compensation package; including a bonus potential based on company performance and a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth. A comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with employer match, employer-paid disability and more...  

For Us, For Family.  Surround yourself with fun, energetic, and hard-working professionals who are dedicated to achieving Mission Zero; zero safety or environmental incidents.