MacLean Power Systems

Product Engineer - Cutouts and Arresters

Product Engineer - Cutouts and Arresters
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LocationYork, SC
Job Typefull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

We are seeking a self-directed and innovative Product Engineer to join our Product Management team, with a dedicated focus on

cutouts and arresters

serving the electrical utility market. This role bridges product expertise, application engineering, and customer support. The ideal candidate will help guide new product development, provide technical field support, assist with product selection and quotations, and ensure compatibility with customer needs and industry standards. A familiarity with high-voltage equipment and the utility environment is preferred.

Job Duties

Serve as a technical expert on cutouts and arresters, supporting internal teams and customers with application guidance and product recommendations
Help initiate and support new product development projects based on customer requirements and utility market trends
Provide field support to troubleshoot product issues, evaluate performance in utility applications, and recommend solutions
Collaborate with sales, engineering, and product management to support customer inquiries, technical quotations, and product selection efforts
Assist in the development of engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation (e.g., datasheets, installation guides, application notes)
Cross-reference competitor products to ensure accurate, equivalent product recommendations and support sales conversion
Define technical requirements and application conditions to guide engineering design and validation for protective equipment
Support lab testing and field trials of arresters and cutouts; gather feedback and performance data to guide product improvement
Monitor industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, IEC) and utility specifications to ensure product compliance and competitive positioning
Collaborate across engineering, sales, quality, and customer service to resolve technical challenges and enhance the customer experience

Experience and Education

Required

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks) and generation of technical drawings and documentation
Willingness to travel to support customer visits, field investigations, or utility meetings
Task management


Preferred

Direct experience working with or supporting cutouts, surge arresters, or related high-voltage protection devices
Familiarity with electrical utility grid infrastructure and T&D system components
Knowledge of relevant industry standards (IEEE & IEC)
Experience supporting quotation processes and technical product cross-referencing against competitor offerings
Exposure to field troubleshooting, product evaluations, or site audits in a utility context


Competencies/ Skills

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
Technical expertise
Ability to work as part of a team
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Organized
Self-motivated

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.

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