Senior Electronic Technologist

S&C Electric

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63,000–$78,800 Per Year
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Cadence, Calibration, Circuit Testing, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Digital Art, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Grid Computing, Hand Tools, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Testing, Logic Analyzer, OrCAD, Organizational Skills, Oscilloscope, PSPICE, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Problem Solving Skills, Product Safety, Productivity Management, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Schematics, Simulation, Smart Grid, Soldering, Spectrum Analyzers, Surface Mount Technology, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Presentation, Test Fixtures, Testing
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
2 days ago

Job DescriptionAs an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-ownerHours8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-SiteCompensationAt S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $63,000 - $78,800 . Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.Join Our Team as a Senior Electronic Technologist!S&C Electric is the specialist in high‑voltage switching, protection and control, providing products for the electric power industry since 1911. The Electronic Hardware team is responsible for designing and developing state‑of‑the‑art analog and digital based controls for making the power grid smarter and more reliable. The next generation of S&C products offer a lot of opportunities for creating cost effective and efficient designs that help set our products apart in the market. If you like working on a variety of technologies, like solving tough problems, are interested in helping build a great team, and are looking for the excitement of working with Smart Grid technologies, then this is the role for you.Key ResponsibilitiesTesting, debugging and troubleshooting of mixed signal and power electronics‑based circuits controlled by analog and/or digital technologies.Assemble Printed Circuit boards using Surface Mount as well as Thru‑hole TechnologyAssemble simple test circuits based on schematic onlyPerform supplementary role as lab managerCoordinate maintenance/calibration of equipment with Calibration DepartmentEnsure component organization and monitor stock levels using Partsbox.io online systemCoordinate housekeeping with engineering teamCoordinate with Engineering and Facilities teams for new lab installationsBuild Test Fixtures and harnesses for product developmentPerform safety and EMC compliance testing at inside as well as outside engineering laboratories.Skilled in operating lab equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, power analyzers, etc.Skilled in reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.Strong troubleshooting skills down to component and board level.Ability to work independently on complex builds, tests, or investigations.Ability to manage priorities, risks, and timelines effectively.Strong attention to detail, especially in test execution and documentation.Ability to present findings to engineers, management, and cross‑functional teams.RequirementsWhat you'll Need to Succeed:BSEE or AS Degree in Electrical Engineering with strong background in Electronic HardwareAt least 7-10 years of recent hands‑on experience with power conversion circuits and Analog/Digital controlsStrong proficiency with relevant Lab instrumentation such as (scopes, logic and feedback loop analyzers)Certified Soldering and rework skillsCertified wire crimping skills (can be attained in‑house)Assist engineering staff with selection of new componentsMust possess ability to articulate detailed technical information, both written and orally, to internal as well as external customers.Intermediate Proficiency in the use of one or more simulation and analytical tools such as OrCAD Cadence, PSpice or othersAdvanced proficiency with lab tools, such as surface mount stencils, basic hand tools (wire crimper, drill, Dremel, etc), soldering and rework toolsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrongly motivated and highly organized to achieve high productivity with minimal direct supervisionS&C Electric is committed to equal‑opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.No Fixed Deadline#J-18808-Ljbffr

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