Quality Engineer Intern

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Posted 4 months ago

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Chicago, Illinois

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The Quality Engineer Intern will support the creation and execution of quality standards for S&C’s products and ensure established processes are followed. They will work closely with various teams to identify and implement quality improvements and document inspection processes.

S&C Electric is seeking a Quality Engineer Intern to support the Quality Assurance function. The role requires candidates to be currently enrolled in a full-time engineering degree program and returning to the program after the completion of the internship and have basic understanding of supplier quality, production, and process controls.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Quality Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication

Supplier Quality

Production Controls

Manufacturing Technologies

Quality Management Systems

Continuous Improvement

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Management

Mechanical Inspection Tools

Electrical Inspection Tools

Electronic Inspection Tools

Excel

Access

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY   

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.   

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!   

Available Shift   

1st shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm CST, Monday – Friday (Onsite)   

Full-Time Summer 2026 Internship   

Competitive Weekly Pay Period   

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated  per hourly range for this position is $22 - 30 per hour based on experience.    

Join Our Team as a Quality Engineer Intern!  

Are you passionate about quality engineering? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Quality Assurance function. As a Quality Engineer Intern, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. S&C Electric Company, an ESOP-owned Chicago-based enterprise is aggressively expanding its worldwide sales, sourcing, and operations and seeks students who seek experience in Quality Engineering and problem-solving. This individual will work with Product Engineering, Production Leadership, Quality Managers and Supplier Quality to improve overall quality levels. This position reports to the Sr Manager – Quality Assurance 

Key Responsibilities:   

  • Providing support to the creation and execution of the quality standards for S&C’s products and help ensure that established processes are being followed by the team members.  

  • Identifying and implementing built-in quality processes. 

  • Utilizing problem-solving skills to identify root causes of quality problems. 

  • Providing quality support for production, by working closely with the Production, Product Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams on quality related issues and improvements. 

  • Utilizing quality feedback and metrics to identify design and process improvements.  

  • Ensuring that all inspection processes are documented and up to date. 

  • Providing support to the QA Management team on formulating strategies to increase inspection productivity within processes.  

What you’ll Need To Succeed:   

  • Must be currently enrolled in a full-time engineering degree program and returning to the program after the completion of the internship 

  • Comfortable commuting to and working onsite at S&C Electric HQ in Rogers Park, Chicago IL. 

  • Ability to work Full-Time in Summer 2025 for a minimum of 10 weeks.  

  • Demonstrated skills in effective problem-solving and communication across all levels 

  • Basic understanding of supplier quality, production, and process controls.  

  • Basic understanding of various manufacturing technologies and methods.  

  • Familiarity with quality management system tools, APQP, and continuous improvement tools from Lean and Six Sigma Management Systems is a plus.  

  • Strong collaboration, influencing, negotiation & conflict resolution skills.  

  • Comfortable using mechanical, electrical, and electronic inspection tools & equipment. 

  • Excellent skills in data analysis and data management using Excel, Access, or other PC platform software. 

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to team members at all levels of the organization  

Preferred: 

  •  Prior project or internship experience in quality or process engineering is highly desirable  

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

Standing: Frequent time spent on shop floor observing assembly processes. 

Lifting: Occasional light lifting. 

Walking: Occasional walking of moderate distances.  

Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects for short distances.  

Bending: Occasional bending.  

Reaching: Occasional reaching.  

Handling: Occasional handling of parts and tools.  

Environment: Consists of time spent both in an office environment and on the production floor 

Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions.   

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.    

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S&C is empowering people to transform the grid. More than 100 years ago, S&C transformed electricity distribution with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse, leading to a new era of safer and more reliable power delivery. Today, S&C’s diverse, global workforce develops innovative solutions for a more intelligent and resilient electrical grid. Building on this legacy of technological innovation and customer service, S&C empowers the transformation of the grid for an outage-free, sustainable electrical energy future.

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