Meiden America Switchgear

12/20/2022

11/11/2022

From everyone at MAS, Thank you for your service!!!

09/20/2022

Spending the last few days at the Midwest Transmission Conference sponsored by Central Power Electric Cooperative, Inc. in Minot, ND. Appreciate the work of our team Steve Lukes and Michael Burger with American Power & Communications.

01/15/2022

Meiden America Switchgear is honored to be chosen by GVEA to supply our industry first 145kV Dead Tank Dry Air Insulated Vacuum Interrupted Circuit Breaker.

GVEA is excited to announce the purchase of the world’s first commercially available environmentally friendly 145 Kilovolt (kV) vacuum circuit breakers. Next summer, three of the innovative circuit breakers will be installed at GVEA substations in Interior Alaska.

These circuit breakers are unique because of their environmentally friendly classification and minimal maintenance requirements, resulting in reduced operational costs. The air insulated vacuum breakers are free of greenhouse-gases, and they require less electric heat during the winter and less maintenance than traditional gas or oil insulated breakers.

Wait, there's more! All the details are available here: https://bit.ly/3JULiWl

12/16/2021

Happy Holidays from all of us at Meiden America Switchgear!

11/24/2021

Meiden America Switchgear would like to wish everyone a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday!

11/12/2021

We are honored to be participating with other quality manufacturers in this extremely important work. Finding solutions that will protect the environment from harmful SF6 gas in our industry is paramount to our corporate mission. We look forward to what the future holds.

2021 - Joint Statement to Pursue Developments of Switchgears Using Natural-Origin Gases

10/15/2021

Job Summary:
The Application Engineer is responsible for designing product solutions and applications to meet customer requirements for SF6 Free High Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB) Products. These environmentally friendly VCB’s are designed for new T&D applications as well as interfacing with existing substation design and distribution systems. In this role you will, provide design analysis, material and process selection, cost optimization, and engineering judgement to meet customer and all applicable IEEE, ANSI, Meidensha, and other standards that apply to our products.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as primary point of contact for HV-VCB solutions and coordinate with the other resources to support switchgear T&D markets.
Develop engineered solutions for customer projects while meeting all applicable standards.
Interpret customer specification and develop schematic and wiring diagrams.
Support Manufacturing in the procurement, assembly, and test of designed products.
Manage New Product Development (NPD) and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) projects to ensure on-time project completion and cost optimization.
Investigate and implement approved design change requests per change control procedures.
Support Manufacturing, assembly, and test operations to ensure product conformance.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials in Inventor, AutoCAD, VAULT, and SAP systems.
Utilize 2-D and 3-D Modeling / Electrical Drafting to create wiring diagrams and schematics.
Write and Edit Maintenance and Installation Instructions and documentation.
Must have the ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
2D/3D CAD
Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE Wiring ad Schematic Diagrams
Training or dependence working with Inventor, Pro-E, Solidworks, or other 3-D modeling system
Ability to read engineering drawings of complex assemblies and detail components and check the work of project designers to meet cost and quality requirements of finished products.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in engineering power systems and elementary circuit design. Combinations of other education and experience will be considered.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Strong organizational skills.
Detailed oriented and self-motivated.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of key trends related to the T&D industry, our customers, and design software.
Strong understanding of manufacturing and cost drivers.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's or Masters’ Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
Experience with a manufacturer, distributor, large user of power distribution equipment or large user of power distribution equipment.
Experience High Voltage switchgear or breaker design.
Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes and process capabilities.
Registered Professional Engineer.
Knowledge and previous use of Autodesk Inventor modeling software.
Knowledge of VAULT or other Product Data Management system.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

There is no relocation offered for this position. Only candidates that reside 50 miles of Gray Court, SC will be considered.

Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, s*x, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, medical conditions related to pregnancy, protected veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Covid 19 Protocols:
Personal Protective Equipment is provided. Masks/face coverings are required while inside the facility. Visitors and employees will conduct daily temperature checks. Social distancing, sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures are in place.

10/15/2021

Position Summary:
The purpose of the Test Technician is to ensure fit, form and function of all products and service provided by Meiden America Switchgear by ensuring all testing and quality control activities are completed in a safe, timely and quality oriented manner that meets customer needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Complete all assigned tasks within the test department
Ensure compliance of all related procedures and standards
Interpret work instructions, drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and quality control documents to ensure product compliance
Successfully complete all required training as assigned
Actively seek out continuous improvement opportunities for production and safety
Safely operate necessary equipment to carry out assigned task
Take ownership of personal development
Support other departments as needed
Position Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position):
High School Diploma or GED required, prefer 2-year technical degree, other combinations may be considered
1 or more years of experience with demonstrated proficiency in multiple work centers or equivalent experience in similar field/li>
Demonstrated knowledge of test equipment, hand tool use and material handling equipment
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of product use, purpose, and function
Ability to function in a team environment
Basic computer skills
Able to interpret complex schematic diagrams and trouble shoot problems in circuits
Basic math skills
Understanding of quality management systems
Understanding of and demonstrated use of LEAN concepts
Effectively communicate problems and work with support groups to resolve
Physical Demands:
Standing over 2/3 of time.
Walking under 1/3 of time.
Sitting under 1/3 of time.
Talking over 1/3 of time.
Lifting up to 50 lbs. under 1/3 of time.
Hearing over 3/3 of time.
Keyboarding under 1/3 of time.
Close and color vision over 2/3 of time.
Reading and interpreting instructions over 3/3 of time.
English and grammar usage skills over 2/3 of time.
Covid 19 Protocols:
Personal Protective Equipment is provided. Masks/face coverings required while inside the facility. Visitors/staff daily temperature checks are required. Social distancing, sanitizing, disinfecting, & cleaning procedures are in place.

Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, s*x, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy or conditions related to pregnancy, protected veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

10/15/2021

The purpose of the Technician I is to complete all assigned tasks related to the assembly of products and to ensure all work is performed in a safe, timely and quality oriented manner that meets customer needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Complete all assigned tasks in various departs of the facility.
Comply with all related procedures.
Interpret work instructions, drawings, wiring diagrams and quality control documents for each task assigned.
Successfully complete all required training as assigned.
Contribute to the continuous improvement efforts.
Safely operate necessary equipment to carry out assigned task.
Position Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position):
High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years of mechatronics, electrical, and/or mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand schematics and blueprints.
General knowledge of hand tool use, material handling equipment.
Ability to function in a team environment.
Basic computer skills.
Problem solving skills.
Basic math skills.
Physical Demands:
Standing over 2/3 of time.
Walking under 1/3 of time.
Sitting under 1/3 of time.
Talking over 1/3 of time.
Lifting up to 50 lbs. under 1/3 of time.
Hearing over 3/3 of time.
Keyboarding under 1/3 of time.
Close and color vision over 2/3 of time.
Regular and reliable attendance
Reading and interpreting instructions over 3/3 of time.
English and grammar usage skills over 2/3 of time.
COVID-19 Precautions
Personal protective equipment provided or required.
Temperature screenings.
Social distancing guidelines in place.
Virtual meetings.
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place.
Applicant Qualifications
How many years of Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics experience do you have?
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Which shift(s) are you available to work?
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
For this job, are you able to commute or relocate to Gray Court, SC 29645?
How many years of electrical wiring experience do you have?
This position requires electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics experience. Please tell us about your skills and experience in these areas."

Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, s*x, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy or conditions related to pregnancy, protected veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Covid 19 Protocol: Personal Protective Equipment is provided. Masks/face coverings are required while inside the facility. Visitors and employees will conduct daily temperature checks. Social distancing, sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures are in place.

07/15/2021

Eco Friendly and Maintenance Free... What more could you ask for in a HV Circuit Breaker? It's the total package!