Engineer, Development IIIApply now »Date: Feb 29, 2024Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30117Company: Southwire Company LLCA leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what’s possible?Location: Cofer CenterSouthwire Job DescriptionJob Summary/Objective:We are seeking a Senior Development Engineer who will support the growth initiatives of Southwire in the ElectricVehicle and Telecom market verticals. Under limited direction, the successful candidate will perform a variety ofcomplex engineering assignments requiring in-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering.The Candidate will act as a Core Team Leader/Project Manager leading a team of diverse experiences and disciplinessuch as Product Management, Operations, Certification and Test labs towards the successful design, manufacturing, andcommercialization of new products. The candidate shall adhere to and follow a Stage Gate development process toensure that products are well designed and manufactured according to the highest standard of safety, quality, andregulatory codes. The individual will proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increasecustomer satisfaction.Key Responsibilities· Act as principal investigator or lead a group of engineers investigating problems, developing solutions, andpreparing related recommendations and reports.· Execute Research & Development projects including planning, timeline forecast, budget management, logisticscoordination using the “Stage Gate” process.· Collaborate with different partners within and outside the corporation. For example, manufacturing plants, testlaboratories, customers, vendors, consultants, contractors, etc.· Lead projects with autonomy and personal accountability to conquer the science necessary to develop a productwhile being able to plan, visualize project milestones, anticipate lead times, and take the necessary actions for atimely project completion.· Comfortable with leading edge research, product enhancement, and process improvement in a time-constrainedmarket-driven research and development environment.· Take initiative to recommend projects, product improvements, or cost reductions.· Represent the group in meetings and conferences; interact with customers to provide training seminars as well asresolve significant technical issues and develop related action plans.· Make formal technical presentations to customers and to industry forums and at conferences.· As required, be responsible for technical direction and minor administrative guidance of a small group ofengineers and assistants.· Support manufacturing throughout the production cycle. This includes, but is limited to, creating testing plans,design handover meetings and solving problems on the manufacturing floor.Education, Experience, and SkillsRequiredMinimum Education Level: Bachelor'sSpecialized Degree: Science or EngineeringCertificates: Experience with the process of product certification, for example UL, CSA, and othersYears of Experience: 10Field of Expertise: - Engineering experience IN WIRE AND CABLE Product development experience. Experience with manufacturing processes. - Experience with the process of product certification, for example UL, CSA, and others. - Skill and experience in statistical analysis.PreferredMinimum Education Level: Bachelor'sSpecialized Degree: Science or Engineering in Mechanical, Industrial, or ElectricalYears of Experience: 15Preferred Field of Expertise: - Skills in SOLIDWORKS or other CAD software, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and simulations are preferred but not required - Lean Six Sigma working knowledge is very desirable.CompetenciesNimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction OrientedBenefits We Offer:
401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Nearest Major Market: AtlantaApply now »
