Designs and manufactures innovative power grid solutions including switchgear, reclosers, sensors and automation.
Perform repetitive sub-assembly and assembly tasks on 2nd shift.
8 days ago ago
$20
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bolingbrook, IL
Onsite
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Commercial
Higher Education
Military
Government
Power Grid Automation
Critical Power
DERs (Distributed Energy Resources)
Role
Description
assembly
quality inspection
prototype build
tool preparation
training
documentation
Prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of moderately complex assembly tasks as needed
Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
Assemble components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies
Resolve routine assembly problems, notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources as necessary
Inspect all work and ensure it meets requirements prior to passing it on to the next operation
Assist in the building of prototypes and/or other moderately complex assembly projects outside or normal production as needed
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Document actions by completing production and quality forms
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Requirements
computer skills
hand tools
high school
manufacturing exp
troubleshooting
drawings
Must have basic computer navigation and utilization skills
G&W Electric participa en el proceso de E-Verify con todas las contrataciones nuevas.
Must be able to safety use small hand and power tools
High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
2 or more years prior experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
Must be able to troubleshoot routine assembly problems
Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material
Must be able to perform work accurately and thoroughly with a high attention to detail
The company was established in a small Chicago machine shop, marking the beginning of its innovative journey.
1920s Innovation
Manual Oil Switches
The company pioneered manual oil switches during the 1920s, a significant advancement in electrical equipment.
371,000 Sq Ft
Manufacturing Facility
The company operates a large, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to R&D and manufacturing.
Two engineers invented the detachable porcelain pothead, establishing a foundation of innovation.
The company pioneered SF₆-insulated and solid-dielectric switchgear in the 1960s–1970s, and visible-break automation in the 2000s.
Headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, the company operates in over 100 countries, serving investor-owned utilities, co-ops, and commercial/industrial markets.
Typical projects include grid modernization, underground and overhead distribution, fault-limiting systems, microgrids, and infrastructure for critical sites like the Panama Canal and NASA.
The company expanded its global reach and product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Italian sensor and switchgear firms between 2019–2022.
Products operate in extreme environments—overhead, underground, underwater, and on all seven continents, from Brazil to Antarctica.
Culture + Values
Together, we win by creating incredible products and solutions globally.
We accomplish anything by focusing on creating, listening, and growing side by side.
We emphasize transparency with an open-door communication policy.
We offer comprehensive benefits through our Total Rewards Program for health, well-being, and success.
We participate in philanthropic causes, including Habit for Humanity, Junior Achievement, and United Way.
We provide formal training, apprenticeships, and certification programs for professional growth.
Environment + Sustainability
~6,000 solar panels
Rooftop Solar Installation
Installed on the Bolingbrook headquarters rooftop, covering an area equivalent to 7.7 football fields.
1,500+ tons CO₂
Emission Reduction
Reduction in carbon dioxide emissions achieved through the solar installation.
$1.8 M saved
Production Cost Avoidance
Microgrid maintained power through 13 outages since activation in 2023, preventing significant production losses.
$2.6 M received
Energy Rebates
Total rebate from ComEd, including $600k for solar and $2.0 M for battery storage.
Microgrid includes 2 MW rooftop solar, 2 MW/4 h flow battery energy storage, 1.3 MVA flywheel, and 2 MW diesel generation.
Since activation in 2023, the microgrid has maintained power through 13 outages.
Solar installation generated > 3.6 GWh of energy.
Battery system earned > $100,000 in grid payments in the first 6 months.
Bolingbrook facility is ISO 14001 certified (since 2002) and LEED Gold certified, operating landfill-free.
Supports ComEd’s DERMS and participates in PJM frequency regulation and ComEd peak load reduction programs.