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?
Location: Remote
Job Summary
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform stress/strain testing, creep testing, and additional testing required by overhead transmission engineering and other R&D teams.
- 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.
- Manage additional lab activities including but not limited to sample preparation, testing schedule and priority, and lab organization and maintenance
- Support the development and testing of Southwire’s SAG10 software used by over 400 utilities and consulting agencies for transmission line design
- Interprets complex technical specifications and communicates these insights to stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and external partners, influencing decision-making and project direction.
- 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.
- Improves existing systems by identifying areas of inefficiency or failure, applying advanced problem solving techniques, and implementing upgrades or changes to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Coaches junior engineers and technical staff, providing guidance on best practices, system design, troubleshooting, and professional development to foster team growth and improve performance.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all polices and standards
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree
5-7 Years Experience
Preferred Education & Experience
Master's Degree
8-11 Years Experience
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: PE, PMP
Spans of Control
Does this role manage Southwire Team Members: No
Travel
Domestic, occasionally international - up to 25% of time
Physical Requirements
Carrying/Lifting - 10%
Driving - 10% of time
Moving - 10% of time
Standing - 10% of time
Sitting - 50% of time
Walking - 10% of time
Working Conditions
Office
Laboratory
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays
Extreme Heat/cold
Equipment
Hard Hat
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Safety Vest
Power Tools
Competencies
Skills
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.
