R&D Manager - Power Distribution

$125,000 - $155,000/Yr

The New Iem - Tualatin, OR

Full-time - Senior

Tualatin, OR

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The R&D Manager for Power Distribution at IEM, LLC is responsible for overseeing the research and development efforts related to the company's Low Voltage product portfolio. This role involves leading a team of engineers in the conceptual and detailed mechanical design of new products, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) to expand IEM's certified product offerings.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a team of R&D engineers to expand and expedite the New Product Development Design Process.
• Foster a culture of ownership over assigned tasks and products.
• Conduct research to aid in the development of new products best suited for the markets IEM serves.
• Initiate projects as directed by the steering committee and identify potential blockers to timely success.
• Assign orders to maximize efficiency and output of the team.
• Communicate project timelines to Project Management.
• Track projects through scoping, design, and prototyping stages.
• Ensure design deliverables are met on schedule.
• Ensure that mechanical designers understand tooling required to fabricate parts and work closely with Manufacturing Engineering Teams, keeping Design for Manufacturability at the forefront.
• Ensure all designers follow documented industry-standard design processes and create drafts to fill any gaps for approval by stakeholders when necessary.
• Review, redline, and advise on the team's design deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Attend regular meetings with UL and other NRTL's.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in design engineering related to switchgear, power generation equipment, custom control systems, or similar.
• At least 3 years of experience in Engineering Management with direct supervision of engineers.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical capability in power engineering as it relates to LV and MV switchgear from 120V to 38kV.
• Understanding of NRTL certifications and UL listings.
• Understanding of design testing requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $155,000 per year.
• Full-time employment with potential for career advancement.