Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) ยท 3 hours ago
Lead R&D Engineer - Low Voltage
Tualatin, Oregon, United States
Full-time
Onsite
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 a team of engineers and leading the design and validation of new low-voltage power distribution products while ensuring alignment with customer needs and industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, analysis, verification, and validation of new low-voltage power distribution products, including switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and related components
Manage and mentor engineers and designers, providing career guidance, constructive feedback, tracking project timelines, and ensuring quality and efficiency in deliverables
Collaborate closely with the Engineering Manager to anticipate potential issues and ensure timely and appropriate resolution
Drive team performance to meet project deadlines while minimizing design errors in NPI deliverables
Lead the development of mechanical designs to meet specific NPI project requirements
Conduct peer reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve design quality and ensure alignment with project goals
Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and designers to foster growth and maintain 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 time-to-market (TTM), design errors, and revision cycles to identify areas for improvement in collaboration with the Engineering Manager
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members to promote professional growth
Resolve team conflicts to maintain a productive working environment
Assist in training team members on best practices for 3D SolidWorks modeling, 2D AutoCAD drafting, and compliance with design standards
Provide constructive feedback during peer reviews to enhance 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 adjust design standards
Serve as a point of contact for technical inquiries from the operations team
Promote 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; MSME is preferred
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
Expertise in low-voltage power distribution systems, including electrical, thermal, and mechanical considerations
Proven leadership and mentoring experience, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar tools
Preferred
MSME is preferred
Experience in design-to-order or custom engineering environments is strongly preferred
Familiarity with low-voltage switchboards and switchgear, LV panelboards, LV ATSs, MV switchgear, others is a plus
Proficiency in sheet metal design, with a focus on manufacturability and cost optimization
Experience with CFD or FEA is a plus
Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20.1, UL891/1558, UL67 design guidelines, and NFPA 70E is 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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