Full-Time

Project Test Engineer

Posted on 7/21/2025

S&C Electric Company

S&C Electric Company

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops intelligent, resilient electrical grid solutions

Compensation Overview

$103.5k - $137.1k/yr

+ Annual Incentive Plan

Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
MATLAB
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in electrical testing, or a related field.
  • Sound understanding of electrical engineering principles, high-voltage testing methods, and safety practices.
  • Proficient in data analysis and statistical evaluation methods, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
  • Sound programming skills with languages like Visual Basic, MATLAB, and LabVIEW for test automation and data analysis.
  • Great verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Meticulous approach to testing, data collection, and documentation to ensure accuracy and precision.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, contribute ideas, and support team goals.
  • Ability to effectively train and mentor team members.
  • Adherence to safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Proficient with relevant lab instrumentation, scopes, DMMs, high-voltage, and high-current measurements.
  • Knowledge of IEEE and IEC switchgear standards.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with design engineering teams to understand test requirements, and develop test methods based on customer requirements.
  • Direct lab personnel during the setup and execution of tests.
  • Set up and operate testing equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Conduct a range of tests, including short-circuit tests, dielectric tests, partial discharge tests, impulse tests, insulation resistance tests, and power frequency tests, in accordance with requirements provided in industry standards and S&C’s internal standards.
  • Accurately collect test data and measurements during testing.
  • Analyze and interpret test results using statistical methods and engineering tools to draw meaningful conclusions and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
  • Prepare detailed test reports, including methodology, results, and analysis.
  • Ensure all testing activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality management systems.
  • Support maintenance of test equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability in testing.
  • Create and maintain drawings and documentation related to the lab’s processes, including but not limited to test reports, specifications, and user manuals.
  • Train S&C team members on the lab’s processes, equipment, and test methods to ensure that the lab has the relevant skills needed to meet testing demand and operate efficiently.
  • Design, develop, and implement new laboratory instrumentation and control systems.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance test methodology, equipment, and processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the lab.
  • Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
Desired Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field.

S&C Electric Company designs and delivers equipment and services that help modernize and protect the electric grid. Its products and solutions aim to make power delivery safer, more reliable, and resilient, enabling utilities to transform their infrastructure for a grid that operates with fewer outages and supports a sustainable energy future. The company builds on a century-long history, starting with the Liquid Power Fuse, and continues with a global, diverse workforce focused on grid modernization, protection, and control. What sets S&C apart is its combination of a long legacy of technology and strong customer service, paired with a broad portfolio of grid solutions that address both safety and reliability at scale. The firm’s goal is to empower the transition to an outage-free, sustainable electrical energy future by delivering robust, integrated products and services for the intelligent grid.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1911

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What believers are saying

  • SEL-651RD retrofit in Q4 2026 captures SEL-standardized utilities seamlessly.
  • 275,000 SF Palatine facility boosts U.S. manufacturing for grid resilience demand.
  • Aguascalientes expansion serves growing Latin American power quality needs.

What critics are saying

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  • Huawei SF6-free reclosers flood U.S. market, underpricing TripSaver FXR by 40%.

What makes S&C Electric Company unique

  • TripSaver FXR Recloser cuts outage costs on overhead lateral circuits.
  • IntelliRupter PulseCloser uses 95% less energy than conventional reclosers.
  • SEL-651RD partnership enables fiber-optic IEC 61869 interoperability for PulseClosers.

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Feb 2nd, 2026
S&C and SEL partner on interoperable grid control solution with 95% lower fault-test energy

S&C Electric Company has announced a collaboration with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories on the upcoming SEL-651RD Advanced Digital Control, expanding interoperability for its IntelliRupter PulseCloser Fault Interrupter. The partnership combines S&C's PulseClosing Technology, which uses 95% less energy than conventional reclosers, with SEL's protection and automation capabilities. The solution uses a fiber-optic interface based on IEC 61869 Sampled Values, simplifying installation and improving measurement accuracy compared to traditional analog cabling. The SEL-651RD will serve as an additional control option for both new and existing IntelliRupter installations, enabling utilities already standardised on SEL to integrate the technology seamlessly. The SEL-651RD is expected to be available for retrofit applications in Q4 2026, with further deployment options planned for 2027.

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