Full-Time

Test Engineer 2

S&C Electric Company

S&C Electric Company

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops intelligent, resilient electrical grid solutions

Compensation Overview

$87.8k - $116.3k/yr

+ Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)

Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
QA & Testing
Required Skills
Data Analysis

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Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field
  • 3+ 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
  • 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
  • Adherence to safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with design engineering teams to understand test requirements, test plans, and procedures
  • 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. Collaborate with other teams to develop solutions and improvements
  • Prepare detailed test reports, including methodology, results, and analysis. Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
  • Ensure all testing activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality management systems
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the lab
  • 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 for efficient operations
  • Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules
Desired Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field
  • Familiarity with various high-voltage test equipment such as impulse generators, high-voltage sources, and partial discharge detectors
  • Programming skills with languages like Visual Basic, MATLAB, and LabVIEW for test automation and data analysis

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

  • June 25, 2026 Davao Light deployment shows international utility adoption after pilots.
  • April 29, 2026 Chicago showcase and January DISTRIBUTECH launch reinforce active product momentum.
  • Revelio estimates 3,280 employees in March 2026, with 291 2026 job postings.

What critics are saying

  • Mercado v. S&C Electric returned to Cook County in 2025 over overtime bonuses.
  • EEOC’s $315,000 disability settlement still signals HR and accommodation exposure.
  • Utility hardware commoditization from SEL and competitors pressures margins if product refreshes slow.

What makes S&C Electric Company unique

  • Since 1911, Chicago manufacturing and U.S.-made grid hardware anchor S&C’s brand.
  • TripSaver FXR and IntelliRupter PulseCloser target outage reduction on distribution feeders.
  • SEL interoperability on February 2, 2026 gives utilities retrofit-friendly control architecture.

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Apr 29th, 2026
S&C to demonstrate grid resilience in action at IEEE PES T&D Conference in Chicago.

S&C to demonstrate grid resilience in action at IEEE PES T&D Conference in Chicago. Chicago-based manufacturing leader welcomes the energy industry to its hometown and highlights U.S.-made grid resilience solutions CHICAGO, April 29, 2026 - S&C Electric Company, a leading innovator of resilient grid technology, will showcase its power distribution solutions at the 2026 IEEE PES T&D Conference & Exposition in its hometown of Chicago next week. S&C's main manufacturing facility and headquarters have been in Chicago since the company was founded in 1911. At the conference, visitors to booth 642 will see S&C's precision-engineered solutions in action, improving power reliability at every stage of the distribution grid journey. S&C will highlight new advancements that enhance reliability, resilience, and overall system performance: * TripSaver(R) FXR Recloser is S&C's latest innovation in its line of TripSaver(R) Reclosers to reduce outage and operational costs on overhead lateral circuits. * IntelliRupter(R) PulseCloser(R) Fault Interrupter with full interoperability with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories' (SEL) upcoming 651RD Advanced Digital Control will provide a new fiber-enabled architecture and advanced communications capabilities. Other featured grid transformation solutions at S&C's booth include: * Fault Tamer(R) Fuse Limiter * EdgeRestore(R) Underground Distribution Restoration System * PME Pad-Mounted Gear * TripSaver(R) II Cutout-Mounted Recloser * VacuFuse(R) II Self-Resetting Interrupter * Vista(R) Underground Distribution Switchgear

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Apr 28th, 2026
S&C advises Grupo México Infraestructura in strategic combination of power generation assets with Saavi Energía.

S&C advises Grupo México Infraestructura in strategic combination of power generation assets with Saavi Energía. April 28, 2026 The infrastructure division of Grupo México, the Mexican leading mining, transportation and infrastructure conglomerate, entered into a definitive agreement to combine its power generation assets with Saavi Energía, a leading private power generator in Mexico. By combining its portfolio of assets with Saavi Energía, Grupo México Infraestructura consolidates its position as a leading private power generator and strengthens its ability to meet increasing power demand in the country. The combination will create a diversified power generation platform featuring 14 energy facilities strategically located in high demand areas throughout Mexico, with enhanced scale, operational synergies, and a strengthened combined output of 4,510 MW and a pipeline of growth projects of approximately 5,000 MW. The S&C team advising Grupo México Infraestructura includes Werner Ahlers, Rita Anne O'Neill and Sahand Moarefy. Stay Updated Its Lawyers

PR Newswire
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.

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
May 27th, 2025
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Apr 21st, 2025
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S&C Electric Company Mexicana, a company specialized in providing technological solutions to improve the quality of electric power supply, has announced the expansion of its production lines at its plant in Aguascalientes.