Rittal LLC · 5 hours ago
Senior Manager, Domestic Design Engineering
Urbana, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expRittal North America is known for its tradition of innovation in engineering, focusing on industrial and IT enclosures. The Senior Manager of Domestic Design Engineering will coordinate design activities for North American product development, collaborating with leadership and managing engineering teams to drive innovation and ensure regulatory compliance.
Consumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsIndustrialManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Coordinate design activities for domestic product development
Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to define technology and product roadmaps
Lead and manage domestic design engineering teams focused on R&D and compliance
Investigate new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to drive innovation
Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and contributors
Develop and manage project schedules and engineering budgets
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and project delivery
Oversee all aspects of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process
Provide performance objectives, coaching, and formal reviews for direct reports
Ensure engineering rigor and documentation for all domestic product designs
Work closely with Operations to incorporate design for manufacturing techniques
Support global product design and development in collaboration with Rittal HQ
Oversee creation and maintenance of CAD models, BOMs, and Material Master using Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD, and MRP systems
Coordinate ECN processes for releases and design changes
Support prototype builds, vendor selection, and outsourcing coordination
Ensure compliance with domestic regulatory standards (UL, NEC, NEMA, ANSI)
Provide technical support for customer engagements and product launches
Drive continuous improvement aligned with Rittal Production System principles
Represent engineering in cross-functional meetings and strategic initiatives
Foster a positive workplace culture and maintain an open-door environment
Qualification
Required
BSME or equivalent technical degree
10+ years of product design experience
Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership or project management experience
Proficiency in 3D/2D CAD tools (Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD), sheet metal design, and MRP systems (SAP)
Strong understanding of domestic regulatory standards and product performance measures
Experience with ISO documentation and ECN processes
Familiarity with enclosure fabrication, CNC machining, welding, and finishing processes
Proficient in MS Office Suite and electronic data transfer tools (IGS, DXF, FTP)
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Adaptability to changing priorities and multitasking
Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Commitment to safety and compliance
Benefits
Above-average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start
401K Match
Opportunities for professional development and certifications
Collaborative, innovative work environment
Company
Rittal LLC
Rittal LLC is the U.S. subsidiary of Rittal GmbH & Co. KG in Germany and was founded in Springfield, Ohio in 1982.
501-1000 employees
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