Careers

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

Functions:

• Perform electronics and mechanical assembly from sub-assembly level to finish goods
• Load and operate automated manufacturing equipment according to work instructions and follow standard operating procedures
• Assemble products according to good manufacturing practices including ESD safe handling, specification of materials, parts and assembly and operating process equipment 
• Perform incoming parts inspections and place components into inventory
• Follow document control process for work instruction and travelers
• Creating and modifying work instructions and travelers as needed
• Will be responsible for shipping and receiving  
• Assist Supervisor and or Team Leader in production planning 
• Follow all safety requirements across the manufacturing plant and notify your Supervisor and or Team Lead of any potential safety risk
• Must adhere to all policies and practices of AMSC ensuring the Code of Conduct and highest level of ethics are always maintained

Interaction with Others (level of contact, purpose and frequency)

• Work with all levels of the organization to plan work and resolve problems on a daily basis.
• Meet production schedules and provide status reports.
• Present recommendations and follow-through on projects.
• Provide cost reduction opportunities and contribute to the company’s monthly profitability.

Education – Experience:

• Minimum:  High School or Technical school with 3+ years industry experience
• Preferred:  2-year technical degree

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Basic technical and mechanical skills 
• Skilled in reading and interpreting mechanical assembly drawings and BOMs 
• Demonstrated high level of attention to detail 
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to read blueprints and other technical data sheets would be helpful 
• Understanding of safety practices in a plant environment 
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally/written 
• Computer literate in word processing with the ability to type, email, and general desktop computer use
• Flexibility to work overtime 
• Medium to heavy work must be able to lift 75 pounds or exert 75 pounds of force on a regular basis
• US Citizen

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities: 

American Superconductor is seeking a mechanical engineer to support the SPS HTS Degaussing production line as well as continued product development. The successful candidate will work directly with both a manufacturing organization and an engineering-based support team to transfer engineering knowledge to the manufacturing team and to feedback production learning into the engineering support team for the purpose of continued product improvement, manufacturing efficiencies and cost reductions. The successful candidate will have a background in mechanical design, and exposure to thermal analysis, structural analysis, and designing high precision, tight­ tolerance components. The engineer is expected to assist the production effort with manufacturing engineering related tasks (work instructions, product and quality improvements, manufacturing process streamlining) as well as assist the engineering team with design changes, engineering change orders and design and analysis activity.

Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and SolidWorks CAD software is a definite plus.

Functions:

• The candidate will be responsible for manufacturing engineering support for the HTS Degaussing production line
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting in the design of new and/or improved hardware for use in superconducting systems, including structural and thermal analysis
• The position calls for excellent communication skills, specifically the ability to write technical reports and presentations, as well as the ability to work well within a team
• The engineer will be responsible for ensuring product design functionality is implemented at the production level.
• Support responsibility will continue through purchasing, parts manufacture, as well as system assembly, test, and documentation

Education – Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• The individual should work effectively in a multidisciplinary team consisting of scientists, engineers, and support personnel (machinist-technicians)
• Working knowledge of engineering analysis tools (structural and thermal)
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing practices with the design of machined parts and welded fabrications.
• Hands on manufacturing experience a plus
• Working knowledge of superconducting products a plus

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD system
• Open minded engineer with broad multidisciplinary knowledge and interests
• Experience in cryogenic and vacuum system design, including use of materials, welding and brazing preparations, and understanding of insulation and heat transfer principles is a plus
• U.S. Citizenship Required

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities: 

The Internal Audit Staff is responsible for providing support for the execution of the Company’s SOX compliance program and internal audit plan.

Functions:

• Execute test plans for SOX controls, including design and operating effectiveness testing.
• Review process documentation, narratives, and flowcharts to ensure alignment with control activities.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate audit evidence to determine compliance with SOX requirements.
• Document test results clearly, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to audit methodology.
• Track and validate remediation efforts for identified deficiencies.
• Assist in planning and performing audits of key business processes to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with policies.
• Assist in  identifying risks related to changes in business processes and contribute to recommendations for control improvements.
• Work on specific internal audit projects in an independent and team setting.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 20-30%

Education – Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or related field.
• An understanding of basic business and operational processes along with controls.
• Approximately 1-3 years of internal audit, external audit, or related experience preferred (Big 4/public accounting or corporate SOX compliance experience a plus).

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with finance and other functions in a fast paced-environment. .
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Display proficiency with Microsoft and other leading office applications.
• Working knowledge of Audit workpaper preparation best practices in documenting test data and conclusions.
• Working in an Oracle or similar environment a plus.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, verbal, written, and presentation, with the ability to communicate effectively within various levels of the company.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to be agile and adaptable.
• Display a high standard of ethics and professionalism and use professional discretion with confidential information.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, or working toward) preferred but not required.
• Experience auditing in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

AMSC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the DVAR/VVO product line within the Manufacturing team. This individual will manage and oversee the Manufacturing Engineering function and focus on driving operational excellence by supporting production, implementing process improvements, and contributing to the development and scaling of manufacturing operations.

Functions:

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities: 

Functions:

• Perform failure analysis and root cause studies of premature component failures and formulate the actions necessary to match component reliability.
• Perform on-site installation and commissioning of SPS Degaussing systems for domestic and international customers.  
• Train customer in operating and maintenance practices as appropriate for system type 
• Assist Engineering & Manufacturing with factory testing of new units.  
• Responsible for modifying documentation pertaining to each customer unit including schematics, user manuals, safety practices, etc, to reflect actual site/installation conditions.

• Interact with customer representative to solve problems that need to be handled remotely.  As necessary, travel to the customer site to maintain high reliability.
• Provide written communications regarding customer units.  Produce, distribute, and maintain files containing service reports after each on-site visit. 
• Travel time anticipated between 40 – 50%.
• Ability to oversee and perform trend analysis of the field service database.
• Ability to carry a Field Service pager 20% the time.
• Schedule startup/commissioning activities to maintain product delivery commitments.
• Other duties assigned.

Education – Experience:

• Technical or Engineering degree .  Electrical/Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in an Electrical / Mechanical environment, and communication systems.
• Experience can be substituted for educational requirements.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Working knowledge of electrical power circuits.
• Working knowledge of power electronics.
• Ability to read schematics.
• Computer knowledge in a Windows environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-directed and motivated.
• Ability to work both in teams and independently.

• Medium voltage safety training required or must be completed prior to field assignments.
• Medium work with occasional heavy work up to 75 pounds.
• US Citizen

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

Functions:

• Perform electrical and mechanical assembly from sub-assembly level to finish goods
• Load and operate automated manufacturing equipment according to work instructions and follow standard operating procedures
• Assemble products according to good manufacturing practices, including specification of materials, parts and assembly and operating process equipment 
• Document assembly processes/instructions/status reports for all incoming Grid products 
• Work with Field Service and Engineering staff to assist in troubleshooting in house and field issues as required
• Assist Manager in production planning 
• Follow all safety requirements across the SPS manufacturing plant and notify your Manager of any potential safety risk
• Must adhere to all policies and practices of AMSC ensuring the Code of Conduct and highest level of ethics are always maintained
• Take temperature, pressure, flow, leak rate, vacuum, voltage, current, and related measurements
• Compile test information, analyze results, and report findings to engineering

Education – Experience:

• Minimum:  High School or Technical school with 5+ years industry experience
• Preferred:  2 year technical degree, journeyman electrician certification or equivalent
• Leadership: 3+ years of team leadership experience. 

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Basic technical and mechanical skills 
• Skilled in reading and interpreting electro-mechanical assembly drawings and BOMs 
• Demonstrated high level of attention to detail 
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to read blueprints and other technical data sheets would be helpful 
• Understanding of safety practices in a plant environment 
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally/written 
• Computer literate in spread sheets, word processing and internet
• Flexibility to work overtime 
• Medium to heavy work must be able to lift 75 pounds or exert 75 pounds of force on a regular basis
• US Citizen

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V