Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) ยท 4 hours ago
Lead R&D Engineer - MV
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
10+ years expIndustrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, analysis, and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products, including metal clad and metal enclosed switchgear, and related components
Responsible for managing and mentoring engineers and designers, providing career guidance, constructive feedback, tracking project timelines, and ensuring quality and efficiency in deliverables
Working closely with the Engineering Manager to identify issues quickly and ensure they are addressed in an appropriate and timely manner
Driving group on time performance while minimizing design errors for NPI project deliverables
Leading the development of mechanical designs to meet NPI project-specific requirements
Conducting peer reviews and providing constructive feedback to team engineers to improve design quality and ensure alignment with project goals
Mentoring and supervising group engineers and designers to foster team growth and ensure efficient workflow in a collaborative environment
Ensure NPI projects comply with customer specifications, industry standards, manufacturability, and internal quality benchmarks
Track project metrics such as TTM, design errors, and revision cycles to areas for improvement with the engineering manager
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting professional growth
Resolve team conflicts to maintain a productive working environment
Assist in training team members in best practices for 3D SolidWorks modeling, 2D AutoCAD drafting, and compliance with design standards
Provide constructive feedback during peer reviews to improve the team's technical output
Facilitate communication between design and manufacturing teams to align processes
Establish a feedback loop with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability and to adjust design standards
Act as a point of contact for technical inquiries for the operations team
Facilitate communication and collaboration across multiple engineering and manufacturing sites to align expectations and processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or a related field within the power distribution industry
Demonstrated track record of leading successful engineering projects and developing new technologies
Experience in medium voltage power distribution systems, including electrical, thermal, and mechanical considerations
Experience in leadership and mentoring and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in sheet metal design, including manufacturability and cost optimization
Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Preferred
MSME is preferred
Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred
Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred
CFD (Computer Fluid Dynamics) or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus
Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20.2, C37.04, C37.06, C37.09; CSA C22.2 No. 31-M89; EEMAC G8-3.2 design guidelines and NFPA70E are desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success
Company
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
Industrial Electric Mfg. is an electronic manufacturing company that provides electrical distribution equipment.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Clayton Such
Chief Executive Officer
Warren (Jay) Potter
Interim Chief Financial Officer
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