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JOIN THE IDEAL FAMILY
Do you want to be a part of an incredible American electro-mechanical brand with a 120-year history and thousands of customers all over the world? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and proactively contribute to the growth of a 100% American-owned manufacturer, executing high-dollar orders/contracts on critical, high-power rotating machinery? If you are passionate about winning and can see yourself making a positive impact on our mission, then you should apply to join our IDEAL family.
Since 1903, IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY has become a globally recognized leading supplier of high-power, specialty induction, synchronous, wound-rotor, switched-reluctance, permanent magnet electric motors and generators, condensers, rotating converters, switchgear, power systems and controls up to 50 MVA for every application on-and-off-shore. IDEAL is uniquely positioned as the only 100% American-owned, vertically integrated, small business original equipment manufacturer of our kind, with thousands of machines in over 100 countries and with our wide range of products and capabilities.
If you’re interested in joining us, please review our open positions below to find a match with your skillset.
A look inside Ideal
Historic Mansfield Ohio Works
Our Historic Ohio Works has been in the heart of Mansfield since 1920. With 275,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing, the factory is the most capable, vertically-integrated, 100% American-owned motor/generator O.E.M. in the United States.
THE IDEAL SINCE 1903
At IDEAL ELECTRIC we’re proud to be a part of a legacy. Founded in 1903, we’re part of a historied company that helped build this incredible nation. Do you have what it takes to join the generations of IDEAL folks who keep America running? If interested in joining our team, please view our open positions below to find one that matches your skillset.
HEAVY CNC FABRICATION OF LARGE ELECTRIC MACHINERY
Our Historic Ohio Works has been in the heart of Mansfield since 1920. With 275,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing, the factory is the most capable, vertically-integrated, 100% American-owned motor/generator O.E.M. in the United States.
LARGE MACHINES FOR ALL INDUSTRIES
IDEAL manufacturers and re-manufacturers very large electric machines for nearly every application and in almost all industries the world over. From Oil & Gas to renewables, industrial to defense, on-shore and off, IDEAL has become the benchmark for longevity and reliability.
IDEAL PEOPLE
At IDEAL ELECTRIC we’re proud to be a part of a legacy. Founded in 1903, we’re part of a historied company that helped build this incredible nation. Do you have what it takes to join the generations of IDEAL folks who keep America running? If interested in joining our team, please view our open positions below to find one that matches your skillset.
IDEAL CAPABILITIES
Our ultra-low-resonance test floor is truly unique with unmatched vertical test capabilities in our market. These machines have been operating for over 40 years and have returned to their birthplace for an overhaul service for the first time.
GENERATORS FOR GAS & STEAM TURBINES
Generators for gas and steam turbines are a significant product line for IDEAL with thousands of units operating in more than 100 countries, on and off-shore. Pictured are examples of three ratings from 8-20 megawatts.
INSTALLATIONS AROUND THE WORLD
IDEAL machines can be found in all sorts of high-performance and critical applications. This 2,000 horsepower motor is being installed to increase the stormwater pump capabilities on a Caribbean island.
IDEAL GENERATIONS
At IDEAL ELECTRIC we’re proud to be a part of a legacy. Our team represents generations of IDEAL folks who have kept our innovative and entrepreneurial spirit at the forefront in all we do every day. This really is a family business.
