Engineer, Electrical I

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: BWP

Job Summary

The Engineer, Electrical I performs routine engineering assignments while developing foundational technical knowledge and professional competence. Uses established procedures and standard engineering principles to solve routine or well-defined problems. Receives regular instruction, guidance, and direction from senior engineers or manager. Builds familiarity with organizational systems, internal processes, and customer requirements through structured work assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Uses foundational knowledge of engineering tools, design practices, and workflow procedures by completing structured assignments independently with guided supervision.

• Carries out routine tasks in support of product development, testing, or analysis, contributing to technical documentation and team deliverables.

• Analyzes data sets and test results to identify patterns, verify expected performance, and support decision-making under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Develops electrical designs, schematics, or system layouts in accordance with engineering standards and project requirements.

• Communicates findings, task updates, and technical questions to project teams and supervisors in a clear and timely manner.

• Coordinates with cross-functional peers to exchange routine information related to project progress, equipment needs, or scheduling.

• Contributes to project documentation and knowledge databases by compiling test data, system parameters, or component specifications.

• Does troubleshooting of circuit or system-level issues and escalates problems requiring deeper technical intervention.
• Drafts progress reports, technical summaries, or support materials in collaboration with other team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree:

Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.

Licenses/Certificates:

Years of Experience:

0-2 Years

Field of Expertise:

Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.

Preferred Education & Experience

Licenses/Certificates:

AutoCAD Electrical Certification

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification

Years of Experience:

2-4 years

Field of Expertise:

Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members:

No

Travel

Domestic - Less than 20%

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

% of Time

Moving

Standing

Sitting

25%

25%

50%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies Nimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction OrientedSkills

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.