Senior Engineer CableTechSupport Services

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<p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?  </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Location: Remote</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Summary</h2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">Support overhead transmission engineering within CableTechSupportTM by performing mechanical testing on conductors, analyzing data, writing test reports, and managing the Overhead Lab.  Develops engineering solutions across operations, production, construction, and maintenance environments to enhance efficiency and performance. Analyzes engineering processes and identifies opportunities to improve system reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Implement multidisciplinary engineering practices to optimize functionality and ensure compliance with industry standards.</span> </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Key Responsibilities</h2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform stress/strain testing, creep testing, and additional testing required by overhead transmission engineering and other R&D teams.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;color:black">Perform multi-disciplinary electrical & mechanical functions to analyze and evaluate test data and prepare comprehensive and accurate test reports for both customers and internal stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage additional lab activities including but not limited to sample preparation, testing schedule and priority, and lab organization and maintenance</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Support the development and testing of Southwire’s SAG10 software used by over 400 utilities and consulting agencies for transmission line design</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Interprets complex technical specifications and communicates these insights to stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and external partners, influencing decision-making and project direction.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Assists in the management of advanced application projects by coordinating with cross-functional teams and providing leadership and direction to engineers and technical staff to meet project milestones and objectives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Improves existing systems by identifying areas of inefficiency or failure, applying advanced problem solving techniques, and implementing upgrades or changes to enhance operational effectiveness.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Coaches junior engineers and technical staff, providing guidance on best practices, system design, troubleshooting, and professional development to foster team growth and improve performance.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Performs other duties as assigned</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Complies with all polices and standards</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Required Education & Experience</h2> </div><div><p>Bachelor's Degree</p> <p>5-7 Years Experience </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Preferred Education & Experience</h2> </div><div><p>Master's Degree</p> <p>8-11 Years Experience</p> <p> </p> <p>Preferred Certifications/Licenses:  PE, PMP </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Spans of Control</h2> </div><div><p>Does this role manage Southwire Team Members: No </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Travel</h2> </div><div><p>Domestic, occasionally international - up to 25% of time </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Physical Requirements</h2> </div><div><p>Carrying/Lifting - 10% </p> <p>Driving - 10% of time</p> <p>Moving - 10% of time</p> <p>Standing - 10% of time</p> <p>Sitting - 50% of time</p> <p>Walking - 10% of time </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Working Conditions</h2> </div><div><p>Office</p> <p>Laboratory</p> <p>Plant/Warehouse Floor</p> <p>Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays</p> <p>Extreme Heat/cold</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Equipment</h2> </div><div><p>Hard Hat</p> <p>Computer/Keyboard</p> <p>Safety Glasses</p> <p>Safety Shoes</p> <p>Safety Vest</p> <p>Power Tools</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Competencies</h2> </div><div><div>Action Oriented</div><div>Balances Stakeholders</div><div>Collaborates</div><div>Customer Focus</div><div>Nimble Learning</div><div>Plans and Aligns</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Skills</h2> </div><div><div>Agile Methodology</div><div>Analytical Skills</div><div>Automation</div><div>Debugging</div><div>Engineering Design Process</div><div>Engineering Drawings</div><div>Mechanical Aptitude</div><div>Mechanical Engineering</div><div>Systems Engineering</div><div>Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)</div></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Benefits We Offer:</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">401k with Matching</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Long & Short-Term Disability </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Supplemental Insurance Plans</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Referral Program </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Tuition Reimbursement Programs </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Parental Leave </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">& More </span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p>

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