Associate Engineer EDP Structural Engineering
Overland Park, KS - USA
Job Summary
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer more efficient sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework we Reach Identify Strengthen and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company of problem solvers collaborators and innovators and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
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Engineering Development Program
The SPX Engineering Development Program (EDP) is created around the principle of hiring the best and most talented people and then providing the necessary means for them to constantly learn be challenged mentored and successful. The EDP is the premier entry point in SPX for either product design engineers or manufacturing engineers who have recently earned a Bachelors Degree in Structural Engineering or a Masters Degree in Engineering. During the course of the two-year development program the engineer will be given four distinct developmental assignments and should take part in advanced professional training and/or related certification(s) that will be made available by SPX. The EDP begins in June of each year and positions are available in numerous locations throughout SPX.
Key exposures to engineering executives and business unit operational leaders
The EDP rotations provide significant exposure to the business units senior management team and engineering leaders in addition to company executives and corporate leaders. Rotations are designed around a business units specific needs along with objectives unique to each engineer. These rotations will provide a big picture view of the SPX business at the same time offering hands-on real experiences that aim to sharpen your engineering skills in multiple technical areas.
Rotations may include
- Lean Manufacturing
- Supply Chain
- Quality Engineering
- Line / Cell Supervision
- Process Engineering
- Production and Inventory
- Project Management / Engineering
- Product Development
- Product Design
- Applications Engineering
- Product Management / Marketing
Objectives of engineering rotations
The EDP rotations and developmental assignments will be established to help ensure that each participating engineer is:
- Given significant and increasingly challenging professional assignments as the rotation progresses
- Provided distinct work assignments with specific measureable goals outlined in a detailed rotation plan
- Professionally prepared to add value in their designated assignment at programs completion
- Able to fully embrace the organizations culture and environment while embodying the SPX Mission Vision and Values
- Assigned a mentor at the beginning of their assignments who will be responsible for assisting in their development during the program
- Provided regular intervals of formal and informal feedback throughout each assignment to ensure continued growth
Development of competencies
- Leadership / Influencing
- Self-motivation
- Teamwork / Business Partnering
- Judgment / Problem-solving
- Innovation / Business Maturity
- Communication
- Cross-functional Learning
Required experience and skills
- A Bachelors Degree in Structural Engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Relevant internship / co-op experience (professional experience in manufacturing is desired)
- Adaptable flexible and able to work in changing work environments
- Willingness to travel to or potentially reside in different geographic locations during the program
- Strong analytical and communication skills technical knowledge mathematical skills and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that is fast-paced and challenging
- Self-directed excellent initiative strong organizational and communication skills
- Exhibit strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency and willingness to learn
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and more importantly who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off caregiver parental and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance leadership development programs and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds experiences and voices at SPX and we are committed to challenging ourselves openly communicating and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
Required Experience:
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About Company
SPX Technologies, based in Charlotte, NC, is a supplier of highly engineered products and technologies, holding leadership positions in the HVAC, detection and measurement, and engineered solutions markets.