Product 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 Product 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 $66110 - $87587. 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.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Product Designer will work in a fast-paced environment as part of a team of highly skilled engineers and designers that is responsible for coordinating with internal and external clients to identify their requirements and specifications for the development of new equipment and products for the electrical power grid in compliance with S&C’s policies and quality standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Design custom versions of standard products for customers and provide customer support.
• Independently prepare design models and drawings using 3D CAD software and maintain design models, drawings, and bills of material using design management software.
• Partner and collaborate with the shop to review and resolve any issues as they arise for standard and custom products.
• Work with engineering to source prototype parts, make prototype assemblies and assist with prototype testing and evaluation.
• Support supplier quality and sourcing projects, which include PPAP.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Work is quite varied and requires independent exercise of judgment to make decisions from numerous alternatives under general guidance usually covered by standards and precedents.

Minimum Requirements:

• Post Secondary education in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 3 years of design experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD software (preferably Solid Edge and Microstation) and Product Data Management Systems such as 3DX or Dassault equivalent.
• Experience designing mechanical parts, including castings, sheet metal parts, and machined parts.
• Knowledge on inspecting parts and assemblies using basic methods such as visual inspection, calipers, and gauges. 
• Technical skills -  interpreting drawings, drafting, familiarity with GD&T is required.
• Exposure to Project Management an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical engineering principles, manufacturing processes and material properties.
• Some exposure to power engineering principles, basic understanding of electric utility distribution systems an asset.
• Incumbent to exercise sound technical judgement with respect to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environments.

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

With over 70 years of innovation in Canada and a century globally, S&C Electric is a trusted leader in power reliability. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment where achievements are celebrated and growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

•  Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
• 100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including: 
  o    Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  o    Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
  o    Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
• Summer hours program
• Education reimbursement
• Seniority recognition
•  Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. At S&C, we believe in empowering our people and providing meaningful career opportunities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a team where your contributions matter. Apply 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.

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.