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Southwire Specialist, Engineering - Product Development - Engineering in Youngsville, North Carolina
Specialist, Engineering - Product Development - Engineering
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Date: Apr 22, 2024
Location: Youngsville, NC, US, 27596
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A 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: Youngsville, NC
Southwire Job Description
The primary function or overall purpose of this position.
• The Customer Order Engineer (Electrical Product Engineer) plays a vital role in the design and development of custom electrical products tailored to the customers' specific needs. This role will work closely with the sales, engineering, and production teams to create detailed electrical designs, generate accurate quotes and Bills of Materials (BOMs), and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
• Electrical Design:
o Work closely with the sales team and customers to understand their unique requirements and specifications.
o Develop detailed electrical designs, including schematics, layouts, and component selection, to meet project objectives.
o Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
o Collaborate with the engineering team to integrate electrical designs seamlessly into overall product designs.
• Quotation and Costing:
o Create accurate and competitive quotes for custom-engineered electrical products, taking into account material costs, labor, overhead, and other relevant expenses.
o Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to obtain pricing for electrical components.
o Review and refine quotes to optimize cost-effectiveness while meeting customer expectations.
o Calculate labor and manufacturing costs.
o Consider project timelines and potential risks when creating quotes.
• Bills of Materials (BOMs):
o Generate detailed and costed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for electrical products, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
o Maintain BOMs in the company's ERP system, including part creation, updates, and revisions.
o Work closely with the production team to resolve any BOM-related issues and discrepancies.
• Technical Support:
o Serve as a technical point of contact for customers, addressing inquiries and providing technical expertise throughout project development.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues during production.
Short Description
Bachelor Degree required-Electrical Engineer
Competencies
Nimble Learning
Customer Focus
Plans and Aligns
Collaborates
Balances Stakeholders
Action Oriented
Benefits 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: Raleigh
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