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Siemens · 2 days ago

R&D Manager – Electrical Switchgear Innovation

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Siemens is a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. They are seeking a mechanically focused R&D Manager to lead a growing team of engineers and technicians, driving innovation in medium-voltage mechanical switchgear and overseeing product development.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingCyber SecurityInternet of Things

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a cross-functional R&D team (up to 15 engineers and technicians across two locations)

Drive mechanical design and development of switchgear enclosures, assemblies, and systems

Collaborate with electrical engineers, test labs, and product care teams to deliver integrated solutions

Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation to meet UL, IEC, IEEE and other standards

Manage projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met

Support factory readiness and manufacturability of new designs

Act as a key interface between R&D, product management, manufacturing, and other stakeholders

Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development with the VP of R&D

Ensure compliance with relevant standards, safety regulations, and Siemens quality processes

Support continuous improvement initiatives and digitalization efforts within product development

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringR&D ExperienceLeadership ExperienceMechanical Design PrinciplesCAD ToolsElectrical StandardsProduct CertificationLean ManufacturingCross-site Team ExperienceDigital SubstationsIoT-enabled SystemsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational Skills