Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The R&D Mechanical Engineer (Level I- Sr.) is responsible for collaborating or leading the design, testing and certification of innovative electrical power products in collaboration with a diverse team of electrical, mechanical and manufacturing engineers. This role requires a strong intuition of fundamental engineering concepts across multiple disciplines and an ability to effectively manage the product development process under limited direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the execution and implementation of the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering work for assigned projects.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Engineers in writing detailed engineering specifications and developing concept drawings in collaboration with Sales and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) to define product evaluation and certification scope.
• Lead the creation of detailed design drawings, 3D models and bills of material for prototype equipment and test articles.
• Develop and document test plans according to the relevant standards. Common tests include full-load temperature rise, dielectric and BIL, short-circuit and withstand current, mechanical endurance, component failure, environmental, functional and seismic shake-table tests.
• Support the testing process at in-house and third-party laboratories. Travel up to 20% to support testing and other product development tasks in-person. Evaluate test results and revise designs based on empirical data and established engineering concepts.
• Characterize the electrical, thermal and mechanical performance of common design elements through testing, simulation and/or analytical methods. Develop standard design criteria and models.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) concepts throughout the new product development process.
• Working with Mechanical Designers,
• Conduct failure analyses of existing products and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.
• BSME or equivalent in experience.
• Experience with NRTL (UL, CSA, etc.) evaluation, testing and certification processes.
• Experience with common standards for electrical equipment (UL 891, 1558, 508A; IEEE C37.20, etc.)
• Design Experience using SolidWorks to produce 3D models is highly preferred.

Position Summary

The Structural Engineer will lead seismic compliance and certification efforts for IEM’s low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, ensuring products meet regulatory, code, and customer requirements for high-seismic regions. In addition to seismic qualification, this role will support research & development and product engineering teams by assisting with the structural design of internal equipment structures, skids, frames and containerized power solutions. This position plays a critical role in enabling market access, improving product performance, and supporting innovation across IEM’s product portfolio.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, hands-on professional who combines deep structural engineering expertise with practical experience in seismic testing, qualification and analytical studies. They thrive in cross-functional environments, working with engineering, sales, and customers to translate complex seismic requirements into executable testing and compliance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage seismic compliance for low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, including both standard products and custom design-to-order offerings.
• Own the planning, execution, and documentation of seismic qualification programs in accordance with ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, IEEE 693, and related standards.
• Manage HCAi (formerly OSHPD) seismic preapprovals, enabling maximum flexibility for custom design-to-order equipment.
• Collaborate with our clients’ Structural Engineers of Record (SEOR) and AHJs on site-specific studies and approvals for custom-engineered equipment.
• Coordinate the design, fabrication, and analysis of seismic test articles in collaboration with product development and manufacturing teams.
• Plan, schedule, and support shake table testing at external laboratories, including travel to witness and support tests.
• Review test data, evaluate results, and prepare technical reports and certification submittals.
• Support R&D and product development by designing and optimizing structural components within electrical equipment.
• Design and analyze equipment skids, frames, enclosures, and containerized or modular power solutions.
• Provide structural guidance on anchorage, load paths, vibration, and transport-related considerations.
• Support continuous improvement of structural design practices, seismic strategies, and internal engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; California licensure strongly preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on seismic design and nonstructural component qualification.
• Demonstrated experience with HCAi preapproval processes.
• Strong working knowledge of ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, and IEEE 693
• Experience designing structural steel components, frames, skids, and equipment support structures.
• Ability to translate code and test requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers.

Workplace Conditions

• Travel required to support seismic testing, customer engagement, and project needs (approximately 10–25%).
• Fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment supporting both compliance and innovation.

Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new low voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), OR Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The R&D Mechanical Engineer (Level I- Sr.) is responsible for collaborating or leading the design, testing and certification of innovative electrical power products in collaboration with a diverse team of electrical, mechanical and manufacturing engineers. This role requires a strong intuition of fundamental engineering concepts across multiple disciplines and an ability to effectively manage the product development process under limited direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the execution and implementation of the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering work for assigned projects.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Engineers in writing detailed engineering specifications and developing concept drawings in collaboration with Sales and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) to define product evaluation and certification scope.
• Lead the creation of detailed design drawings, 3D models and bills of material for prototype equipment and test articles.
• Develop and document test plans according to the relevant standards. Common tests include full-load temperature rise, dielectric and BIL, short-circuit and withstand current, mechanical endurance, component failure, environmental, functional and seismic shake-table tests.
• Support the testing process at in-house and third-party laboratories. Travel up to 20% to support testing and other product development tasks in-person. Evaluate test results and revise designs based on empirical data and established engineering concepts.
• Characterize the electrical, thermal and mechanical performance of common design elements through testing, simulation and/or analytical methods. Develop standard design criteria and models.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) concepts throughout the new product development process.
• Working with Mechanical Designers,
• Conduct failure analyses of existing products and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.
• BSME or equivalent in experience.
• Experience with NRTL (UL, CSA, etc.) evaluation, testing and certification processes.
• Experience with common standards for electrical equipment (UL 891, 1558, 508A; IEEE C37.20, etc.)
• Design Experience using SolidWorks to produce 3D models is highly preferred.

Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new low voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), OR Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The Structural Engineer will lead seismic compliance and certification efforts for IEM’s low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, ensuring products meet regulatory, code, and customer requirements for high-seismic regions. In addition to seismic qualification, this role will support research & development and product engineering teams by assisting with the structural design of internal equipment structures, skids, frames and containerized power solutions. This position plays a critical role in enabling market access, improving product performance, and supporting innovation across IEM’s product portfolio.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, hands-on professional who combines deep structural engineering expertise with practical experience in seismic testing, qualification and analytical studies. They thrive in cross-functional environments, working with engineering, sales, and customers to translate complex seismic requirements into executable testing and compliance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage seismic compliance for low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, including both standard products and custom design-to-order offerings.
• Own the planning, execution, and documentation of seismic qualification programs in accordance with ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, IEEE 693, and related standards.
• Manage HCAi (formerly OSHPD) seismic preapprovals, enabling maximum flexibility for custom design-to-order equipment.
• Collaborate with our clients’ Structural Engineers of Record (SEOR) and AHJs on site-specific studies and approvals for custom-engineered equipment.
• Coordinate the design, fabrication, and analysis of seismic test articles in collaboration with product development and manufacturing teams.
• Plan, schedule, and support shake table testing at external laboratories, including travel to witness and support tests.
• Review test data, evaluate results, and prepare technical reports and certification submittals.
• Support R&D and product development by designing and optimizing structural components within electrical equipment.
• Design and analyze equipment skids, frames, enclosures, and containerized or modular power solutions.
• Provide structural guidance on anchorage, load paths, vibration, and transport-related considerations.
• Support continuous improvement of structural design practices, seismic strategies, and internal engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; California licensure strongly preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on seismic design and nonstructural component qualification.
• Demonstrated experience with HCAi preapproval processes.
• Strong working knowledge of ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, and IEEE 693
• Experience designing structural steel components, frames, skids, and equipment support structures.
• Ability to translate code and test requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers.

Workplace Conditions

• Travel required to support seismic testing, customer engagement, and project needs (approximately 10–25%).
• Fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment supporting both compliance and innovation.

Position Summary

The Lead R&D Engineer is responsible for managing group engineers and leading the design and validation of new low voltage power distribution products. This role includes performing and overseeing complex projects that require extensive 3D modeling and 2D drafting while ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project requirements. The Lead R&D Engineer facilitates the development of innovative products that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer needs while optimizing performance, manufacturability, and cost. Additionally, the Lead R&D Engineer directly manages engineers and collaborates with the Engineering Manager to proactively identify and address project and personnel challenges, ensuring successful outcomes.

Key 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.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• 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.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  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.

Collaboration and Support:

•  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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• 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; 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.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

This position is available in multiple locations, including Franklin (TN), Tualatin (OR), OR Jacksonville (FL).

Position Summary

The R&D Mechanical Engineer (Level I- Sr.) is responsible for collaborating or leading the design, testing and certification of innovative electrical power products in collaboration with a diverse team of electrical, mechanical and manufacturing engineers. This role requires a strong intuition of fundamental engineering concepts across multiple disciplines and an ability to effectively manage the product development process under limited direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the execution and implementation of the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering work for assigned projects.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Engineers in writing detailed engineering specifications and developing concept drawings in collaboration with Sales and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) to define product evaluation and certification scope.
• Lead the creation of detailed design drawings, 3D models and bills of material for prototype equipment and test articles.
• Develop and document test plans according to the relevant standards. Common tests include full-load temperature rise, dielectric and BIL, short-circuit and withstand current, mechanical endurance, component failure, environmental, functional and seismic shake-table tests.
• Support the testing process at in-house and third-party laboratories. Travel up to 20% to support testing and other product development tasks in-person. Evaluate test results and revise designs based on empirical data and established engineering concepts.
• Characterize the electrical, thermal and mechanical performance of common design elements through testing, simulation and/or analytical methods. Develop standard design criteria and models.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) concepts throughout the new product development process.
• Working with Mechanical Designers,
• Conduct failure analyses of existing products and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.
• BSME or equivalent in experience.
• Experience with NRTL (UL, CSA, etc.) evaluation, testing and certification processes.
• Experience with common standards for electrical equipment (UL 891, 1558, 508A; IEEE C37.20, etc.)
• Design Experience using SolidWorks to produce 3D models is highly preferred.