Mechanical Designer

As an S&C Electric Canada team member, you’ll work on tasks and projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has a history of more than 70 years of innovation in Canada. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a team member, 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 Our Team as a Mechanical Designer!

Work arrangement: Onsite

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $66099 - $87578.26. 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 position may also be eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP). AIP amounts are variable and are dependent on both company and individual performance, subject to eligibility criteria. The target bonus percentage for this role is 4% of annual base earnings.

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Designer for the Vista Switchgear team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and producing intricate mechanical drawings for switchgear projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare production drawings and bills of material for vista manufacturing per CSA/ANSI/UL standard, using theoretical and practical knowledge of engineering concepts, materials, electrical and mechanical systems, and their components for manufacturing.
• Design steel details, steel assemblies, bus details, bus assemblies and bills of material for manufacturing in MicroStation and Solid Edge.
• Prepare and issue engineering change notices and orders for product release and engineering design change.
• Produce custom Vista production drawings in a timely fashion adhering to internal drawing standards and production schedule.
• Produce engineering design packages ready for final checking and review in line with group practices and project requirements.
• Analyze and recommend potential applications and custom features.
• Support other departments in process of production such as manufacturing, welding, and final assembly.
  

What we are looking for:

• College Diploma or Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or a similar field.
• 3 -5 years of experience designing switchgear or equivalent mechanical design experience.
• Proficient knowledge of 2D MicroStation or AutoCAD and 3D Solid Edge
• Knowledge of sheet metal, drafting and design
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and techniques
• Strong communication skills, attention to details, a high level of personal organization and a strong interpersonal skill are required
• Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with preparing medium-voltage protection drawing
• Intermediate Knowledge of CSA, IEEE, and NEMA standard for switchgear
• Ability to work closely with Mechanical and Electrical Designers to complete projects adhering to scheduled timelines
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  

Physical Effort:

Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs.

Work Environment:

Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events).

Vacancy Disclosure:

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within S&C Electric Canada.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

Celebrating a Century of Innovation. S&C has been around for over 100 years, and we help companies keep the lights on for their customers. Integrity, enthusiasm, sustained energy. These are the traits that S&C has always looked for and found when seeking people to join our team. S&C offers a competitive package of pay and benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation and Bonus Plan
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Benefit Options, medical 100% paid by S&C
• Paid Holiday Shutdown
• Summer Hours
• Seniority Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.
• Access to Spark LMS, our internal learning platform, which gives you an opportunity to learn new skills and improve on the ones you already have.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. We are a large team that believes in providing growth opportunities to our team members. The career possibilities at S&C are endless. Do we still have your attention? If so, click on the link to submit your application and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

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.