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 Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

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 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.

About IEM

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

Position Summary

The Switchgear Application Expert is the senior technical escalation point for complex pre‑sales and post‑sales inquiries related to IEM’s low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and related distribution products. The role provides Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 support across Pre‑Sales, Order Review, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, Product Management, and Customer Support, ensuring that solutions are technically sound, compliant with codes/standards and UL procedures, and manufacturable at scale. The Application Expert combines deep protection & controls, three‑phase power, and standards knowledge with strong cross‑functional collaboration to de‑risk projects, resolve field issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Seasoned application or engineer with strong power systems with OEM background and familiar with LV and MV distribution equipment who enjoys being the “go‑to” technical expert.
• Comfortable reviewing complex specifications, single‑line diagrams, CDEs, and relay schemes, and explaining trade‑offs to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment balancing urgent escalations with long‑term improvements to standards, tools, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. App Expert / Cross‑functional Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary Application Expert for complex and non‑standard applications of IEM switchgear and related products.
• Act as a technical liaison between Sales, Estimation, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, and Product Management, ensuring consistent interpretation of standards, UL procedures, and IEM practices.
• Identify recurring technical issues and lead or support initiatives to improve standard designs, tools, and documentation.

1. Pre‑Sales Inquiries

• Support Estimation and Inside Sales by validating complex CDEs, custom enclosure footprints, and utility‑interface requirements against IEM standard offerings and UL procedures.
• Review IEM quotes and CDEs for alignment with customer specifications, codes, and IEM practices; provide clear technical clarifications and risk flags.
• Perform in‑depth technical reviews for projects with high technical P&C requirements, paralleling controls, unusual system topologies, or non‑standard configurations.
• Determine when proposed solutions fall outside standard UL procedures or IEM product offerings and coordinate with Development / R&D / Product Engineering to define acceptable alternatives or exceptions.

1. Product Team Support

• Provide structured feedback to Product Management and R&D based on trends in pre‑sales questions, production issues, and field events.
• Participate in product roadmap and design reviews as the “voice of application,” ensuring new offers are practical to apply, commission, and service.
• Support validation of new features or product lines through application testing, documentation review, and internal training for Sales, Engineering, and Field Services.

1. Production Support

• Review and advise on installation methods and minor drawing clarifications when production questions arise.
• Evaluate production/installation defects to determine whether material replacement or limited rework is required.
• Lead major technical reviews when production or QC identifies issues that may impact code compliance, UL procedure adherence, safety, or functionality.
• Confirm that electrical and mechanical designs meet applicable codes, standards, and IEM UL procedures; propose robust solutions that minimize shipment delays, rework, and added cost.
• Act as mediator between Engineering, Production, and QC on complex issues, driving clear decisions and documented resolutions.

1. Engineering Support

• Support design engineers with general design reviews and returned customer submittal comments; clarify specifications and ensure project requirements align with IEM standard practices and UL procedures.
• Confirm UR components are correctly selected and within applicable UL files.
• Own major technical reviews that require deeper analysis, research, and justification to meet challenging design or specification requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on power system configuration, protection & controls, and communication architectures for complex projects.

1. Order Review

• Review order entry and acknowledgment forms against the approved quote, CDE, specifications, and single‑line diagrams; identify discrepancies early and work with Engineering to define technical solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Sales to review “show‑stopper” items identified during Tier‑2 review that cannot be resolved without customer buy‑in.
• Define technically sound alternatives, articulate risks and constraints, and support customer discussions as needed.

1. Customer Support (Post‑Sales)

• Address advanced customer questions on submittals, dimensional changes, and specification clarifications that are not yet formal service issues.
• Provide troubleshooting guidance on equipment based on drawings, settings, and documentation prior to Service engagement.
• Lead complex customer escalations involving design interpretation, protection & controls performance, or systemic issues.
• Participate in technical meetings and root‑cause discussions with key customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring a strong technical basis for decisions.

1. Field Services Support

• Provide diagnostic support for high‑profile site events (e.g., mis‑operations, major outages, arc‑flash incidents, or site stoppages).
• Analyze relay/event logs, test reports, and site conditions to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in preparing in‑depth corrective action reports, including independent research and coordination with Engineering, Quality, and Product teams.

1. Quality Support

• Support QC teams on testing requirements, guidelines, and interpretation of standards and UL procedures.
• Complete assigned nonconformance investigations, including analysis of cause, risk, and preventive actions.
• Provide technical research and feedback on major quality events, including arc‑flash or site stoppage incidents, and translate findings into updates to standards, templates, or training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in application engineering, design engineering, or field service for low- and/or medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, or related power distribution equipment.
• Strong knowledge of three‑phase power systems, protection and control schemes, and communication protocols commonly used in power systems.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, UL 891/1558/508A, IEEE/ANSI) and how they apply to IEM products and UL procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting single‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical assembly drawings; AutoCAD experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform structured root‑cause analysis and to lead cross‑functional investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment.

Preferred

• Experience with power system analysis and protection coordination tools.
• Prior experience in a deep technical support, field service, or product engineering role for LV/MV equipment.
• Familiarity with data center, industrial, or utility applications where high reliability and availability are critical.

Workplace Conditions

• Onsite or remote role with primary collaboration with the Application Engineering team, Sales, Engineering, Production, Field Services, and Product Management.
• Occasional meetings with colleagues across time zones may require flexibility in working hours.
• Travel expectations: Minimal; may include periodic visits to manufacturing facilities, project sites, or customer locations for investigations or technical meetings.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Design Engineering will lead IEM’s Design-to-Order engineering organization, overseeing a growing team of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for delivering customized switchgear solutions to exacting customer specifications. This executive role requires a strategic engineering leader with an operational mindset who can balance technical excellence and on-time delivery, while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organization

• Oversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projects

• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designs

• Transform engineering workflows from a custom one-off low-to-mid fidelity design to standardized, repeatable, high-fidelity customer solutions built on Configure-to-Order building blocks

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effective

• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplines

• Provide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applications

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirements

• Foster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing Environment

• Proven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environments

• Deep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standards

• Proven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environment

• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systems

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The BOD (Basis of Design) Program Manager is responsible for the leadership, planning and execution of multiple high priority and/or strategic BOD Projects; high-flow production orders in an engineer to order environment. This role ensures that all Engineering-related milestones (Design Reviews, Design Releases, Production Readiness Reviews, etc.) are completed on time and to the highest standards of quality. The BOD Program Manager will lead, manage and collaborate cross-functionally among Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Senior Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional Project Teams, successfully driving projects to completion.
• Collaborate and influence resources managers to implement, monitor, and maintain the resources capacity planning for their projects.
• Schedule, facilitate, and document kickoff meetings, design reviews, and Production Readiness Reviews.
• Track progress of design activities across electrical, mechanical, wiring, manufacturing and process engineering disciplines
• Coordinate follow-up communications after Engineering release, ensuring Quality, Operations, and Sales have required documentation
• Act as the central point of communication for Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Senior Management on BOD Project status and deliverables.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure production readiness: run the meeting, create punch lists, and follow up to resolution and provide formal notification to relevant stakeholders
• Coordinate change management for customer-driven change notices and major design revisions.
• Notify Senior Management and Engineering Leadership of gate review readiness and assist in lessons learned sessions for continuous process improvement
• Report project performance to management stakeholders
• Influence and support Project Management team members on best practices

Qualifications

Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and oversee complex process milestones on time and in accordance with company standards
• Proficiency with Project Management tools for scheduling, task tracking, and milestone monitoring
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, meetings, and priorities simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively lead and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify process bottlenecks and drive resolution
• Commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of best practices
• Exceptional ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including Senior Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft Teams
• Familiarity with engineering review processes, production readiness protocols, and manufacturing process workflows.
• Strong ability to negotiate through conflicts; listening, understanding, problem solving, patience.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Program Management, or related field
• 5+ years of project management or related experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated capability leading high complexity and/or strategic projects
• Experience facilitating technical design reviews and manufacturing readiness assessments
• Expert written and verbal communication skills
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification a plus

Workplace Conditions

• Flexible work location (on-site, hybrid, or remote based on business needs)
• Travel requirements based on Project and Stakeholder needs
• Collaborative, cross-functional team environment supporting Design Engineering delivery and Project Execution

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $130,000 -$150,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Industrialization Electrical Systems Engineer to support the development and manufacturing of low and medium voltage switchgear products. This role is critical to ensure the accuracy, safety, and reliability of electrical assemblies by reviewing designs, proposing wiring methods, validating product functionality, and collaborating with electrical designers and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Review and Validation:

• Interpret electrical schematics as single-line and three-line, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings to ensure manufacturability and compliance with standards.
• Identify design errors or inconsistencies and propose corrective actions to design teams.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers to align electrical design with physical constraints and manufacturing capabilities.
• Propose improvements to wiring methods and component selection to enhance reliability and ease of assembly.

1. Process Definition and Documentation:

• Define and document standardized wiring processes for various switchgear configurations.
• Develop validation protocols for electrical assemblies, including continuity, insulation resistance, and functional testing.
• Ensure traceability of design changes and maintain version control of electrical documentation.
• Support the creation of work instructions and training materials for technicians and assemblers.

1. Product Validation and Testing:

• Lead the development of electrical validation procedures for prototype and production units.
• Define and implement test setups for verifying electrical performance and safety.
• Analyze test results and support root cause analysis for failures or deviations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., UL, IEC, IEEE) and internal quality requirements.

1. Training and Technical Support:

• Train technicians and assemblers on proper wiring techniques, safety protocols, and interpretation of electrical drawings (single-line and three-line)
• Provide on-the-floor support during initial builds and troubleshooting of electrical issues.
• Develop visual aids and reference materials to support consistent execution of electrical tasks.

1. Continuous Improvement and Collaboration:

• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on manufacturability.
• Collaborate with design, operations, and quality teams to improve product performance and reduce assembly errors. Building a close relationship with IEM Electrical Engineers
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Recommend new tools, components, or technologies to enhance electrical assembly processes.

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, components, and wiring practices for low and medium voltage applications.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Familiarity with validation and testing methods for electrical assemblies.
• Knowledge of relevant standards (UL, IEC, IEEE) and safety protocols.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• +5 years of experience in electrical design, manufacturing, or testing of switchgear or electrical enclosures.
• Experience with CAD tools
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with cross-functional collaboration.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $89,440  -$135,000  per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

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 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 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 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 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).

About the Company

The open ocean is Earth’s largest and most power-dense renewable energy resource. Panthalassa is harnessing that resource to generate the cheapest energy on the planet. Our mission is to provide abundant and affordable clean energy for everyone.

About the Job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention. As Senior Electrical Engineer, you will work on an interdisciplinary team and be responsible for designing custom electronic hardware, taking system level concepts and requirements and turning those into fully-functional circuit cards that fulfill the system needs. 

Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis. If you are an excellent engineer, regardless of your background, we want you to apply. Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Stoke, Boeing, Virgin Orbit, Virgin Galactic, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, Bridgewater Associates, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments. 

We strive to be the best engineering team on the planet and we compensate our engineers accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the design of high-reliability electronics throughout their lifecycle by working with a team of engineers. 
• Candidates should be intimately familiar with requirements capture & refinement, block diagramming, schematic and PCB design, electronics hardware packaging, component selection, circuit analysis, circuit simulation, procurement, prototyping, documentation, manufacturing, unit testing, and deployment.
• Test and verify the designed hardware in a lab environment, building/integrating multiple systems where the designs are utilized, and transferring test requirements to test engineering for large-scale manufacturing. 
• Create unit and integration test processes to ensure design validity and reliability, and exercise prototypes past their thermal, mechanical, and electrical limits to understand failure modes.
• Collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary engineering teams.
• Prepare supporting safety and engineering documentation for your designs and be responsible for the training and safety of any technicians who operate or test it.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering
• 8+ years relevant working experience minimum
• Extensive design experience including many of the following: high-reliability power electronics, energy storage, sensing, and control hardware for marine energy systems
• A background in both analog and digital design
• Excellent fundamental and comprehensive knowledge of electrical engineering concepts related to circuit design, calibration, and testing of mixed signal systems
• Basic understanding of switch mode power electronics and electrothermal design concepts
• Knowledge of craftsmanship skills involved in electronics construction, such as PCB creation, circuit card assembly, soldering, etc.
• Understanding of the utility and applicability of hardware development processes 
• Comprehensive understanding of test equipment like oscilloscopes, signal generators, differential probes, multimeters, bench supplies, electronic loads, etc.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree or 12+ years relevant work experience
• Experience with multi-kilowatt converter design
• Familiarity with AC voltage systems
• Knowledge and experience with energy storage system design
• Embedded design experience is not required, exposure to it at a minimum is preferred. 
• Exposure to and/or comfort with high voltages and currents
• Experience with high-reliability systems engineering, component derating, Monte-Carlo analysis, reliability analysis, and fault-tolerant systems
• Experience with interdisciplinary teams, including:
• Comfort working with ambiguity and uncertainty
• Ability to proactively evolve work to meet the changing needs of company
• Willingness to question and refine prior requirements 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Open-mindedness about possible solutions, conventional or unconventional
• Ability to identify problems, willingness to call them out constructively, and dedication to resolving them
• A history of successful mentorships, training other engineers, teaching of seminars, or authoring technically focused web pages or whitepapers

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $165,000 - $250,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
• Flexible paid time off
• Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
• Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
• Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
• Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
• Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.

About the Company

The open ocean is Earth’s largest and most power-dense renewable energy resource. Panthalassa is harnessing that resource to generate the cheapest energy on the planet. Our mission is to provide abundant and affordable clean energy for everyone.

We are rapidly scaling high-power test infrastructure for compute, power electronics, and turbine systems while bringing online state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment across multiple sites. In this environment, identifying creative, practical solutions that enable the delivery of sufficient power—quickly and reliably—will be a key contributor to the company’s success.

Founded in 2016 and based in the Pacific Northwest, our team comes from diverse backgrounds in aerospace, naval architecture, marine operations, hardware, software, and research.

About the Job

We are building a core technology designed to operate in the harshest, most unpredictable environments on Earth, the world’s oceans. Delivering on this mission requires not only elite engineering talent but a work environment that runs smoothly, scales intelligently, and frees our team to focus on solving impossibly hard problems.

We are looking for an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer to serve as the technical authority for the design and evolution of electrical infrastructure across our facilities. This role spans existing operations and new build-outs, covering infrastructure upgrades, new facility diligence, design input, installation, commissioning, and long-term system performance.

This is a design-forward role for someone who understands how power infrastructure actually gets delivered today, how to source it, design it, and scale it under real-world constraints. You will develop strategies to unlock megawatt-scale capacity quickly by combining traditional and non-traditional infrastructure approaches.  

You are comfortable working upstream, shaping electrical architecture, identifying risks early, and translating evolving engineering needs into practical, buildable infrastructure plans that can be executed with quality and speed. 

What You'll Own

Power Strategy & Infrastructure Design 

• Develop hybrid approaches to delivering MW-scale power (utility, temporary service, generation, storage), understanding technical requirements and thinking from first principles to identify creative solutions that meet those requirements 
• Define paths to capacity (near-term vs. long-term) across cost, schedule, and constraints
• Work directly with utilities and partners to shape power delivery strategy
• Translate evolving load requirements into credible power ramp plans
• Identify constraints and design around them with practical, buildable solutions

Electrical Infrastructure & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve power quality issues, failures, and system risks
• Define system standards and design criteria; partner with facilities team and external contractors for execution
• Maintain core system documentation (single-lines, panel schedules)
• Guide maintenance prioritization based on system criticality
• Design scalable distribution systems that avoid rework

Design & Planning Review

• Lead early-stage electrical design, including interim solutions
• Integrate power delivery with cooling, space, and site constraints
• Develop load calculations, single-lines, and conceptual layouts
• Review designs for constructability and capacity
• Coordinate with external partners on design criteria and scope

Construction, Commissioning & Execution

• Sequence builds to enable rapid capacity deployment
• Manage electrical scopes, contractors, and submittals
• Oversee installation to ensure quality, safety, and alignment with design
• Integrate new systems with minimal operational disruption

Capacity Planning & Power Systems Analysis

• Build staged power ramp models aligned to business timelines
• Conduct load studies and track capacity across systems
• Support power system studies 
• Develop forward-looking infrastructure plans

Safety & Compliance

• Own electrical safety programs (LOTO, energy control)
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA
• Support inspections, permitting, and incident investigations

Systems, Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Develop electrical specifications and standards
• Improve reliability, maintainability, and documentation practices
• Support cost estimation and budgeting

What We're Looking For

Required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5–10+ years in industrial, manufacturing, or R&D environments
• Experience with medium-voltage systems, utility interconnection, or large power upgrades
• Strong background in electrical distribution systems and load calculations
• Ability to develop and interpret electrical drawings and system models
• Experience leading contractors and driving execution
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause capability
• Working knowledge of electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA)

Preferred

• Experience developing non-traditional or hybrid power solutions
• Direct experience working with utilities
• Experience with on-site generation, microgrids, or phased builds
• PE or EIT certification
• Experience with power system modeling tools
• Background in high-growth R&D or prototype environments

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite role at our Portland, OR facility. The work involves regular time on the shop floor, in mechanical and electrical rooms, and in active construction or buildout environments. Candidates should be comfortable working alongside engineers, technicians, and contractors in a hands-on industrial setting.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $160,000 - $210,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and background.
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.

The Role…

At Soho House a Maintenance Engineer is experienced and provides guidance and training to the team daily and while working towards a solution. As the Maintenance Engineer, you work well independently as well as with a collaborative team to ensure all aspects of the operation function as initially intended. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be required to install new equipment, conduct routine maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment faults on site. You may also be required to remove old equipment.

A successful Maintenance Engineer is passionate about hospitality, an expert in fixing anything within the property and problem solving with the support of a tool kit, encompass the ability to work well under pressure, and demonstrate high-level prioritization, organization and cleanliness.

Main Duties

• Influential leader and proactive in addressing service calls in a timely matter from each department, general manager, engineer manager and duty manager (DM) according to standard.
• Assist with training the team while also assess request and provide a solution through but not limited to; repair, maintenance, alteration and new install.
• Determine defects, run reports, trouble-shoot malfunctions, take necessary corrective action and record same as requested.
• Document all work within maintenance logs as well as purchase orders and equipment maintenance.
• Proactive in identifying items that require preventative upkeep and maintenance throughout the property.
• Collaborate with the team to complete requests, follow predetermined workflow, and communicating risk.
• Maintain a clean, professional and orderly workstation to ensure the safety of members, guests and staff.
• Accurately document all work performed in our Maintenance Work Log or Service Recovery.
• Partner with property leaders to carry out safety training on loss prevention and safety philosophy of the company (i.e., practices safe work habits, acts in a responsible manner at work, work area always maintained in a safe manner).

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 4+ years in working with basic electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing equipment and systems.
• Expert knowledge of Building systems and ability to work without supervision as required as well as knowledge of various painting and finishing work.
• Strong communicator and collaborator, and brings positive team motivation when working on projects.
• Ability to build professional relationships with all leaders and kitchen team and arrive to work prior to scheduled start to ensure you have appropriate time to situate, eat and be briefed on previous service and anticipated service.
• Proactive team-player who can work well independently as well as on a team.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays (as needed).
• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to make periodical fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the property to others.
• Must be able to move, pull, push, carry or lift at least 30 pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb is required.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as lifting, cleaning, and stooping.
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for long periods of time.

Why work with us...

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.

• Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match.
• Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick days + vacation days.
• Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically.
• Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability.
• Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, trainings and events. Available to all.
• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
• Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.

Position Summary: 

Seeking a driven and motivated engineer to join our sales team focusing on growing business with existing customers and developing new business. This position will involve applications engineering, sales support and field service work. Sales Engineers should be comfortable working in a result-driven, fast-paced environment. 

Position will involve extensive formalized training plus work under a mentor, developing skills and gaining an understanding of CaptiveAire products, how we go to market, application engineering processes etc. as well as business development and sales strategies. 

Why Work for CaptiveAire? 

• Nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now offering a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment.  Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC Systems.
• Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
• Mission: to provide the highest quality products and service to our users at the lowest possible price
• Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities like sponsorship for Professional Engineering license and continuous education through weekly webinars and company developed technical videos 

What our employees have to say: 

There is never a day you don’t learn something new at CaptiveAire. I am able to learn something new due to the freedom to take on new tasks independently and problem solve. 

I love the mindset of continuous learning and pushing the bounds of your capabilities and knowledge. I love the people I work with and the in-office work environment. I love how Captiveaire is all about connections, with customers, coworkers, end users, and everyone in between.  

One of the things I appreciate most about CaptiveAire is how strongly it embodies the entrepreneurial spirit. I’m empowered with the autonomy to manage my work independently, while also benefiting from the robust support and resources of a large, well-established company. 

CaptiveAire is fast-moving and no-nonsense. We operate differently than any other company that I've worked for with our decentralized structure. Quick action is taken when a good idea is presented. We are focused on end users where the rest of the industry is very short-sighted. We are on the front lines, actively changing the landscape of the HVAC industry. 

Learn more about CaptiveAire and our products here 

A Day in the Life: 

A technical sales role encompasses a wide variety of tasks where one day does not look exactly like the next. The projects our team handles are high in volume and unique from one another, spanning throughout the whole course of design, procurement, coordination, and post-sale support. 

Typical tasks include:

• Outside sales meetings and calls to build relationships with existing and new customers
• Application engineering to apply our products using sound engineering principles 
• Project management of installations in progress - Managing schedules/plans to guarantee we can get equipment on site when the site needs it, in turn creating satisfied and returning customers. 
• Service and technical support of existing equipment 
• Supporting end users to maintain high levels of customer service, from assisting contractors with wiring on site to remote troubleshooting for staff in the kitchen. 

Two to three full days per week in the office working on bids, one to two days on job sites, and dedicate another day to developing the territory. Territory development may include giving presentations to the engineering community, visiting new customers, or expanding contacts with an existing account.

Comments from some of our sales engineers:  

Every day I get to help someone. Whether it's an engineer with a design, a contractor with a troubleshooting issue, or an end user looking for help to obtain better indoor air quality. I get to use my engineering skills, people skills and business skills every day. 

Our main "role" is not to sell products but to provide solutions - kitchen ventilation solutions, commercial ventilation solutions, heating/air conditioning solutions. I enjoy getting to work directly with end users and helping them complete their business goals. Attending a soft opening after completing a full design-build project with an owner is rewarding. 

I love the balance between working on designs in the office and also having that face to face interaction with our customers. It's awesome to handle the design phase of a project, then also take charge of the procurement process with the end user/customer and lastly watch our equipment perform as designed once installed and the project is complete. I also love the growth aspect of my role, I enjoy molding and shaping our business in order to set it up for success and then see the value we are adding to the market. 

Primary Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide integrated application engineering and design support for a wide range of ventilation applications with the goal of providing sustainable products and the latest technologies best designed to meet the customers’ needs. 
• Work directly with Engineers, Contractors, End Users, and Food Service Dealers. 
• Daily tasks include inside sales support, application engineering and outside sales. 
• Responsibilities will vary and may include presentations, quotes, submittals, technical product support, job site visits and hands on troubleshooting as needed. 
• Educate and promote CaptiveAire products to users in your market.  This includes conference calls, meetings, organizing presentations, and product demos. 
• Research and develop new business opportunities with new and existing users. 
• Top notch customer service and willingness to go above and beyond to serve the customer. 
• Quick turnaround times a priority.  
• Continuously evaluate and improve processes as well as the customer experience. 

Required skills: 

• 0-5 years experience 
• 4 year technical degree in a mechanical, electrical, construction or science-oriented curriculum preferred 
• Excellent computer, organizational and communication/presentation skills 
• Problem solving with a passion for continuous learning 
• Strong desire to interface with the customer 
• Embrace new technologies and business savvy 
• Passion for work with aggressive nature to succeed 
• Willing to travel for various training opportunities 
• If not already completed, expectation of FE Exam completion in area of study for engineering graduates within 6 months of employment with CaptiveAire
• MUST BE A “GO GETTER”! 

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance 
• 401k with employer match 
• Paid holidays 
• Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure 
• Flexible spending account (FSA) 
• Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License  
• Relocation assistance 

 
Salary: 

$70k-$100k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.  

Captive-Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to consider applicants that require sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment visa status. 

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Position Summary: 

Seeking a driven and motivated engineer to join our sales team focusing on growing business with existing customers and developing new business. This position will involve applications engineering, sales support and field service work. Sales Engineers should be comfortable working in a result-driven, fast-paced environment. 

Position will involve extensive formalized training plus work under a mentor, developing skills and gaining an understanding of CaptiveAire products, how we go to market, application engineering processes etc. as well as business development and sales strategies. 

Why Work for CaptiveAire? 

• Nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now offering a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment.  Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC Systems.
• Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
• Mission: to provide the highest quality products and service to our users at the lowest possible price
• Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities like sponsorship for Professional Engineering license and continuous education through weekly webinars and company developed technical videos 

What our employees have to say: 

There is never a day you don’t learn something new at CaptiveAire. I am able to learn something new due to the freedom to take on new tasks independently and problem solve. 

I love the mindset of continuous learning and pushing the bounds of your capabilities and knowledge. I love the people I work with and the in-office work environment. I love how Captiveaire is all about connections, with customers, coworkers, end users, and everyone in between.  

One of the things I appreciate most about CaptiveAire is how strongly it embodies the entrepreneurial spirit. I’m empowered with the autonomy to manage my work independently, while also benefiting from the robust support and resources of a large, well-established company. 

CaptiveAire is fast-moving and no-nonsense. We operate differently than any other company that I've worked for with our decentralized structure. Quick action is taken when a good idea is presented. We are focused on end users where the rest of the industry is very short-sighted. We are on the front lines, actively changing the landscape of the HVAC industry. 

Learn more about CaptiveAire and our products here 

A Day in the Life: 

A technical sales role encompasses a wide variety of tasks where one day does not look exactly like the next. The projects our team handles are high in volume and unique from one another, spanning throughout the whole course of design, procurement, coordination, and post-sale support. 

Typical tasks include:

• Outside sales meetings and calls to build relationships with existing and new customers
• Application engineering to apply our products using sound engineering principles 
• Project management of installations in progress - Managing schedules/plans to guarantee we can get equipment on site when the site needs it, in turn creating satisfied and returning customers. 
• Service and technical support of existing equipment 
• Supporting end users to maintain high levels of customer service, from assisting contractors with wiring on site to remote troubleshooting for staff in the kitchen. 

Two to three full days per week in the office working on bids, one to two days on job sites, and dedicate another day to developing the territory. Territory development may include giving presentations to the engineering community, visiting new customers, or expanding contacts with an existing account.

Comments from some of our sales engineers:  

Every day I get to help someone. Whether it's an engineer with a design, a contractor with a troubleshooting issue, or an end user looking for help to obtain better indoor air quality. I get to use my engineering skills, people skills and business skills every day. 

Our main "role" is not to sell products but to provide solutions - kitchen ventilation solutions, commercial ventilation solutions, heating/air conditioning solutions. I enjoy getting to work directly with end users and helping them complete their business goals. Attending a soft opening after completing a full design-build project with an owner is rewarding. 

I love the balance between working on designs in the office and also having that face to face interaction with our customers. It's awesome to handle the design phase of a project, then also take charge of the procurement process with the end user/customer and lastly watch our equipment perform as designed once installed and the project is complete. I also love the growth aspect of my role, I enjoy molding and shaping our business in order to set it up for success and then see the value we are adding to the market. 

Primary Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide integrated application engineering and design support for a wide range of ventilation applications with the goal of providing sustainable products and the latest technologies best designed to meet the customers’ needs. 
• Work directly with Engineers, Contractors, End Users, and Food Service Dealers. 
• Daily tasks include inside sales support, application engineering and outside sales. 
• Responsibilities will vary and may include presentations, quotes, submittals, technical product support, job site visits and hands on troubleshooting as needed. 
• Educate and promote CaptiveAire products to users in your market.  This includes conference calls, meetings, organizing presentations, and product demos. 
• Research and develop new business opportunities with new and existing users. 
• Top notch customer service and willingness to go above and beyond to serve the customer. 
• Quick turnaround times a priority.  
• Continuously evaluate and improve processes as well as the customer experience. 

Required skills: 

• 0-5 years experience 
• 4 year technical degree in a mechanical, electrical, construction or science-oriented curriculum preferred 
• Excellent computer, organizational and communication/presentation skills 
• Problem solving with a passion for continuous learning 
• Strong desire to interface with the customer 
• Embrace new technologies and business savvy 
• Passion for work with aggressive nature to succeed 
• Willing to travel for various training opportunities 
• MUST BE A “GO GETTER”! 

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance 
• 401k with employer match 
• Paid holidays 
• Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure 
• Flexible spending account (FSA) 
• Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License  
• Relocation assistance 

 
Salary: 

$70k-$100k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.  

Captive-Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to consider applicants that require sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment visa status. 

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We are looking for a skilled Assistant Chief Engineer to assist the Senior Chief Engineer in directing the engineering departments operations (providing technical and administrative support), preplanning mechanical preventive maintenance, and supervising and directing maintenance personnel in installation, repair, and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical equipment and systems. The Assistant Chief Engineer also assumes the Chief Engineers’ responsibilities as necessary. 

Responsibilities: 

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff on shift and monitor performance of assigned responsibilities. Perform and/or direct the performance of all maintenance departmental service requests, ensuring that work performed in these areas is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience.  
• Provide training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of the operations staff.  
• Supervise and implement the preventative maintenance program., such as scheduling of preventative maintenance with a minimum disruption of building services, performing and/or delegating preventative maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member, orders parts and equipment required for repair, maintenance and installation of new equipment and facilities, and maintains inventory. 
• Direct the performance of contracted maintenance work as needed 
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workplace. 
• Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies. Specific duties include, but not limited to: Preparing and submitting purchase-order requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies. 
• Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner.  
• Perform additional job duties as requested. 

Desired Competency, Experience and Skills:  

• High School diploma or GED equivalent 
• 5+ years related work experience; supervisory experience preferred 
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent preferred 
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s (or within 90 days of employment) 
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel. 
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills. 
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service. 

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

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Position Summary

A rapidly growing company is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and improvement of board-level hardware for EV charging equipment (EVSE). This role is focused on practical electrical design work including schematic capture, component selection, prototype bring-up, debugging, and compliance-driven product development.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience developing electronic hardware for commercial or industrial products and is comfortable working across embedded control hardware, interfaces, sensing, protection, and power-related circuits. Experience with EV charging equipment, EMI/EMC mitigation, and UL or other regulatory compliance is strongly preferred. Familiarity with J1772 and ISO 15118 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and support board-level electrical hardware for EV charging systems.
• Develop specifications, schematics, and component selections; support PCB layout review.
• Bring up, validate, characterize, and debug prototype hardware.
• Troubleshoot analog, digital, mixed-signal, and embedded interface circuits.
• Define hardware interfaces and resolve system-level issues in collaboration with firmware and software teams.
• Maintain BOMs and support component sourcing and design updates.
• Validate and troubleshoot hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads, meters, and spectrum analyzers.
• Mitigate EMI/EMC issues through filtering, grounding, shielding, and layout review.
• Support UL and regulatory compliance efforts, including design changes driven by certification testing.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, vendors, and external test labs during prototype and production builds.
• Document design revisions, test results, and engineering changes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience in board-level design for commercial or industrial electronic products.
• Proficiency in schematic capture, component selection, prototype bring-up, and hardware debugging.
• Experience with analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits.
• Familiarity with interfaces such as SPI, I2C, CAN, Modbus, or Ethernet.
• Comfortable with standard lab equipment for validation and troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EVSE or EV charging products.
• Experience with EMI/EMC troubleshooting and UL or other regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with AC-powered systems, power electronics, relays, sensing, isolation, and protection circuits.
• Familiarity with J1772 and ISO 15118.

Why Join

• Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing company
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Ability to Participate in Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
• Ability to Participate in Company 401K Plan with match
• Quarterly Mental Health Days
• Employee Educational Reimbursement

Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills, but will sit in a range of $105,000 - $130,000

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers a remote-friendly work environment with benefits and the opportunity for personal growth as well as advancement within the company.

Engagement Structure

This role begins as a 1099 independent contractor engagement for up to three (3) months, with the intention of converting to a permanent, full-time position based on mutual fit and performance during the contract period. Benefits listed above apply upon conversion to a permanent employee.

Position Summary

A rapidly growing company is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Mid-Level QA Engineer to join the team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring software and hardware quality, verifying feature implementations, and maintaining stability throughout the development lifecycle.

The QA Engineer will work closely with the development and product teams to define test plans and test cases based on requirements documents or user stories, execute structured test plans, test new features, and validate bug fixes. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining test coverage across web and mobile applications, identifying defects, and ensuring products meet high-quality standards before release.

This role is specifically focused on bridging quality on in-house charging station production to ensure both hardware and software meet the company’s quality standards. The QA Engineer will work closely with charging station developers, mechanical engineers, and software engineers to ensure that charging stations are thoroughly tested with an emphasis on quality across the product stack.

In addition to traditional QA responsibilities, this role includes hands-on validation of charging station hardware and real-world system behavior. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with physical devices, executing real charging scenarios, and validating how software, firmware, and hardware interact under real operating conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain test plans and test cases based on product requirements and system behavior.
• Perform testing across integrated systems (device + backend + application), ensuring correct behavior across system interactions.
• Execute and validate end-to-end charging workflows, including real-world scenarios with vehicle charging sessions.
• Verify system behavior under varying conditions (e.g., multiple vehicles, load distribution, prioritization, and state transitions).
• Validate charging performance, including charge rates and power delivery against expected system behavior.
• Test system behavior under edge conditions (e.g., network interruptions, restarts, partial failures).
• Debug issues across hardware, firmware, backend, and application layers by analyzing logs and observed system behavior.
• Identify, document, and reproduce defects across testing, staging, and production environments.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and hardware teams to ensure quality across the full system.

Years of Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in QA or testing roles, with a preference for candidates who have demonstrated strong problem-solving ability, ownership, and the ability to ramp quickly in complex, integrated system environments.

Hard Requirements

Technical Skillset

• Strong proficiency in manual testing techniques across software and integrated systems (black box and grey box), including the ability to validate behavior beyond individual features.
• Experience testing or validating integrated systems (device + backend + application), with an understanding of how components interact in real-world scenarios.
• Experience with test case management tools (e.g., TestRail) and ability to design, organize, and maintain effective test coverage.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA) and working within Agile development environments.
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman), including validating request/response flows and system integrations.
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation and verifying system behavior across backend services.
• Strong working knowledge of UNIX/Linux environments, including the ability to test, observe, and troubleshoot directly on charging station devices.
• Familiarity with Git and command-line tools for navigating codebases, logs, and system environments.
• Ability to interpret and correlate device logs, backend logs, and system outputs to diagnose issues across multiple system layers.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate issues across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries.

Core Expertise

• Comprehensive Testing Skills — Strong expertise in manual testing across web, mobile, and integrated systems, with a solid understanding of black box and grey box techniques.
• System & Integration Validation — Ability to validate end-to-end workflows and system behavior across multiple components, including real-world scenarios involving hardware and backend interactions.
• Debugging & Diagnostic Skills — Proficiency in using developer tools, logs, and system data to troubleshoot issues across device, backend, and application layers.
• Technical Proficiency — Strong understanding of REST APIs, SQL for data validation, and basic web technologies. Ability to validate system integrations and ensure data integrity.
• Cross-Platform & Real-World Testing — Experience testing across platforms (web, mobile, and devices), with the ability to identify platform-specific issues and validate behavior under varying system conditions.
• Agile & Cross-Functional Collaboration — Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating effectively with software, firmware, and hardware teams.
• Communication & Documentation — Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document defects, test results, and system behavior.

Bonus Skills (Preferred, but not Required)

• Strong understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) and command-line interfaces.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium) or performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Siege).
• Familiarity with EV charging protocols (e.g., OCPP, ISO15118) or similar communication frameworks within the EV ecosystem.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and how testing integrates into release workflows, including build validation, regression testing, and deployment verification.
• Experience supporting or coordinating software release processes, including working across development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth, stable, and timely deployments.
• Experience setting up and maintaining test environments, including configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience validating releases in staging or production-like environments, with an understanding of rollout risks and system-level impact.

Additional Bonus

• Hands-on experience in testing for integrated systems.
• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Background in software engineering.

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail to catch subtle errors and inconsistencies that could lead to larger issues down the line.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to approach problems methodically and use data-driven insights to make informed decisions. A keen analytical mind that questions assumptions and seeks new solutions.
• Adaptability: The capacity to quickly adjust to new challenges and changes in project requirements or technologies, maintaining effectiveness in a dynamic environment.
• Team Collaboration: Strong team player skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with developers, other QA testers, and project managers to achieve common goals.
• Leadership Potential: While primarily a contributor role, potential for leadership is a plus, including the ability to mentor junior staff or lead testing segments of projects.

Why Join

• Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing company
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Ability to Participate in Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
• Ability to Participate in Company 401K Plan with match
• Quarterly Mental Health Days
• Employee Educational Reimbursement

Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills, but will sit in a range of $80,000 - $90,000

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers a remote-friendly work environment with benefits and the opportunity for personal growth as well as advancement within the company.

Engagement Structure

This role begins as a 1099 independent contractor engagement for up to three (3) months, with the intention of converting to a permanent, full-time position based on mutual fit and performance during the contract period. Benefits listed above apply upon conversion to a permanent employee.

About the Company

Panthalassa is a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our mission is to capture civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

We are headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and operate as a public benefit corporation backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, and university endowments. Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Blue Origin, the U.S. military, and leading research universities. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we’re building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer, Electromechanical Integration to design, build, and commission control systems and mechanical hardware for our large-scale test facilities. This role spans the complete lifecycle - from CAD design and electrical schematics through panel fabrication, assembly, and commissioning - bridging mechanical and electrical engineering.

You'll collaborate closely with other engineers and designers across disciplines to determine system requirements, design hardware, and integrate mechanical and electronics systems into functional assemblies. Your work will ensure our test infrastructure operates safely, meets industrial standards, and performs reliably in demanding environments.

You'll also get hands-on; assembling, wiring, and machining parts to bring ideas into functional prototypes and final hardware. Within your first year, you'll be a trusted contributor to critical builds and a go-to resource for practical design and integration expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate electrical control panels, enclosures, and wiring harnesses for test systems; select components, cables, and connectors
• Create electrical schematics, P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams), interconnect drawings, and panel layouts; document designs, build processes, and test procedures for production and repeatability
• Program and commission PLCs, configure VFDs, and design Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems for test equipment control
• Design mechanical hardware, assemblies, and fixtures using 3D CAD software; create fabrication drawings and provide DFM/DFA feedback
• Perform electrical troubleshooting, system integration debugging, and resolve hardware issues
• Execute basic mechanical fabrication tasks including machining, assembly, and integration of electromechanical systems
• Ensure compliance with NEC, UL508A, and NFPA79 standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of experience with industrial controls and electromechanical systems
• Proficiency in PLC programming
• Proficiency with parametric 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar); NX preferred
• Experience designing electrical control panels and creating electrical schematics
• Ability to create mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
• Hands-on experience with tools and techniques used in the electronics industry: soldering irons, crimpers, multimeters, and related tools
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and measuring tools for fabrication and assembly
• Understanding of NEC, UL508A, and NFPA79 compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CODESYS PLC platform and proficiency with IEC 61131-3 PLC languages (ladder logic, structured text, function blocks)
• Experience with VFDs, motor control systems, industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, IO-Link), and SCADA systems
• Skilled in the use of manual machine tools (mills, lathes, etc.)
• Experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with embedded systems and Linux/Unix hardware
• Experience in high-consequence or high-reliability industries (aerospace, aviation, heavy industrial equipment, renewable energy)
• Familiarity with PLM or configuration management systems
• Basic knowledge of process control loop design and PID tuning
• Experience with programming or scripting (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB) and version control systems (Git)

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Additional Requirements

• You may be required to be on your feet for up to 8 hours per day and occasionally lift objects weighing 30 pounds or more. You should be comfortable occasionally working in elevated work areas, including ladders and platforms, while using appropriate safety equipment.
• You must also be able to work safely in confined spaces when required. All necessary safety protocols and equipment will be provided.
• You will occasionally be asked to help other teams within the company, such as facilities, office management, and logistics.
• The ability to support occasional deployment or field assignments is preferred. While this is not a deal breaker, candidates should be open to periodic travel or on-site work as needed for operational support.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $130,000–$170,000.
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This is an onsite position. This position requires daily on-site work. Our offices, lab and shop, are located in Portland, Oregon.

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States. We are unable to provide new visa sponsorship for this role; however, we may consider H-1B transfer applications from exceptional candidates.

About The Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

About The Job

We are seeking a Fleet Operations Lead Engineer to join our team and provide technical leadership for the operation of the autonomous wave power generator we call a "Node". The Node is a device designed to produce energy in the harshest ocean conditions for extended periods without maintenance. This role is crucial to our success; you will be responsible for ensuring that all individual nodes and the node fleet operate safety and optimally. You will bring together the fleet control software, marine ops, node controllers, and customer interface.

You will be responsible for the design of fleet ops from key requirements to architecting the operations protocols and standards, to fleet management, monitoring and repositioning.

Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, and Virgin Orbit, and we strive to be the best engineering and operations team on the planet.

Responsibilities

• Accountability: Own Node Fleet at-sea operations from initial deployment to decommissioning.
• Provide key input to the fleet control software team to inform GUI design, layouts, and standards. Update and design GUI using simple GUI design tools
• Work with fleet simulation team to set geographic boundaries and design fleet movement strategies to maximize power production
• Design and run the node operator qualification standard and training program
• Ensure nodes do not stray into major shipping lanes or shallow water.
• Own the physical design and layout of the fleet control room.
• Monitor node physical health and trends, and work with the engineering and marine ops teams to coordinate node return to port for planned or emergent maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or another related discipline.
• Experience: 5+ of experience with marine operations including operations planning accounting for ocean conditions, water depth, geography and weather.
• Technical Depth: Extensive experience learning and operating complex mechanical and electrical systems for vehicles or products in challenging, high-consequence environments.
• Operations integration: Demonstrated history of integrating operational requirements into hardware and GUI design.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide and receive guidance across various technical levels.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced Expertise: An advanced degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Software & Data: Proficiency with plotting and analyzing data to evaluate performance trends and hardware health
• Design of complex vehicle operations from the ground up, coordinating software, hardware, communications, operators and performance requirements.
• Marine Fundamentals: Understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to marine systems, such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial automation.
• The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Additional Requirements

• Travel to Portland 
• Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs. While we expect a lot of each other, we also offer a high degree of autonomy and work-life balance, including unlimited PTO and flexible working hours.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $175,000 - $280,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This is an onsite position.  Open to discussing hybrid arrangements. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.

About the Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Relativity, the U.S. military, and leading steel fabricators. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we’re building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.

About the Job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will build the systems that allow us to make our hardware in-house—reliably, repeatably, and at scale. This role owns the design and stand-up of work centers, process flows, test architecture, and production documentation for complex electromechanical assemblies and precision turbomachinery components.

You will partner closely with Design Engineering to understand new components and assemblies, translate them into practical production systems, and help shape our factory ramp strategy. We are building this function from the ground up. You’ll help define how we build.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes that deliver high quality and high throughput
• Design and procure assembly tooling and fixtures that improve ergonomics, efficiency, and quality control
• Lead root cause analysis for manufacturing issues; improve yield, reduce cost, and close technical gaps during production
• Build production work cells from scratch, including SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
• Establish process controls and support quality systems to meet ISO 9001 and internal quality requirements
• Partner with Design Engineering to provide clear, practical DFM feedback on new products
• Collaborate with Logistics and Production to design inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, and define handling procedures
• Support Supply Chain with make vs. buy analysis and vendor technical feedback
• Work with Enterprise Architecture to define requirements for our manufacturing execution system (MES)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
  3+ years of experience in a high-mix manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with DFM, lean manufacturing principles, and assembly fixture design
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing equipment and automation solutions
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 in an engineering and production setting
• Clear communicator who can work effectively across Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Enterprise Architecture, Facilities, Logistics, and Production
• Track record of improving yield, throughput, or cost through structured problem solving

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with electromechanical assemblies and enclosures, including PCBAs, cable harnessing, and mechanical integration
• Experience manufacturing complex, high-precision metal components, including turbomachinery or similar high-performance mechanical systems
• Experience with fluid systems, leak testing, watertight assemblies, or heat exchangers
• Experience working with hardware designed for corrosive environments, including material selection, coatings, cleaning, and handling processes
• Exposure to electronics checkout, environmental testing (thermal and vibration), and integrated assembly acceptance testing
• Familiarity with ESD-compliant production environments
• Exposure to PCBA and cable harness manufacturing supply chains
• Experience supporting both prototyping/R&D builds and scaled production
• Proven experience standing up production lines or work cells

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits:

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $125,000 - $155,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon. 

About The Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

About the Job

Panthalassa is harnessing the open ocean—Earth’s most power-dense renewable—to deliver abundant, affordable clean energy. Our core technology operates for years in the harshest marine conditions without human intervention.

We’re hiring a Senior Cable and Harness Design Engineer to own subsea wiring and interconnect systems across design, documentation, integration, and test. You’ll design harnesses and cable assemblies; specify wet- and dry-mate connectors, penetrators, and pressure-boundary interfaces; and collaborate tightly with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to get reliable, serviceable, production-ready results for real ocean deployments.

Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Stoke, Boeing, Virgin Orbit, Virgin Galactic, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, Bridgewater Associates, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.

We strive to be the best engineering team on the planet and we compensate our engineers accordingly.  If you are an excellent engineer and technical leader, regardless of your background, we want you to apply. 

Responsibilities

• Create wiring diagrams from system requirements for power distribution, low-speed and high-speed data / communication. Translate into cable and harness designs, including layout in CAD for optimal fit and routing. Ensure processes, designs, and selected hardware (e.g., connectors) result in maintainable and serviceable products..
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes to handle complex constraints such as thermal, EMI , shock, and vibration, while still meeting requirements for manufacturability and reliability.
• Create and maintain manufacturing-ready documentation (wiring diagrams, BOMs, assembly drawings) for build and service.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing to resolve routing conflicts and integration/build constraints.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and production by diagnosing wiring issues, validating designs, and driving revisions.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related field) or equivalent practical experience in subsea/marine systems.
• 8+ years designing and delivering wiring/cabling/interconnect systems for subsea, offshore, or other harsh environments.
• Expertise in subsea interconnects: wet-mate/dry-mate connectors, penetrators, pressure housings, cable terminations.
• Strong understanding of hydrostatic pressure, corrosion, fatigue, bend-radius management, and long-term reliability.
• Proficiency with electrical/wiring design tools — Zuken E3 preferred — and producing manufacturing-ready documentation.
• Experience leading technical efforts, reviewing designs, interfacing with vendors, and driving decisions through integration and testing.

Desired

• Depth in harsh-environment sealing, cable armor/strain-relief strategies, and serviceability for field swaps.
• Hands-on exposure to production ramp and DFM/DFA for wiring looms in industrial/marine hardware.
• Familiarity with regulatory/verification workflows for subsea systems.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to support field work at shipyards and deployment sites as needed for integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $150,000 - 195,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices are located in Portland, Oregon.

About the Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.

About the Job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention. A node consists of a fabricated steel structure outfitted with the electromechanical systems necessary to harness the energy we generate and to control the node at sea.

We’re looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Integrated Subsystems to own the strategy, processes, and day-to-day execution needed to manufacture and test our integrated electromechanical systems at high quality and increasing volume. This is a hands-on leadership role. You will help stand up production capability from the ground up by turning new designs into buildable processes, developing tooling and test workflows, and creating the foundation for a scalable manufacturing line. You will partner closely with Design Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Logistics to drive smooth New Product Introduction (NPI), improve throughput, and build a system that can scale with the company.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes for integrated electromechanical assemblies and pressure vessels, ensuring high quality, efficiency, and safety
  • Develop or procure tooling, rigging, and lift fixtures to improve ergonomics, efficiency, safety, and quality control
  • Support quality control initiatives and establish process controls to improve yield and meet quality management system requirements. Support and or lead efforts to build production SOPs
  • Lead efforts to establish procedures for critical and heavy lift plans, and partner with production to train teams on safe execution. Define and implement safety features in production workspaces as needed
• Collaborate closely with R&D and Design Engineering teams to transition new products from design to production, focusing on design for manufacturability, testability, and traceability
• Work with supply chain and logistics teams to support inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, select key vendors, establish handling procedures, and ensure timely delivery of components.
  • Support make versus buy decisions with engineering analysis
  • Be a technical point of contact for contract manufacturing partners
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for manufacturing issues, improve yields, reduce costs, and resolve technical challenges that arise during production
• Define the manufacturing strategy and roadmap for in-house production of these assemblies, including facilities planning, equipment selection, and workflow optimization
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to execute and validate these strategies

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct experience supporting integrated electromechanical subsystems
• Proven track record of delivering results, meeting production deadlines, and managing projects within budget
• Proficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and process development for complex assemblies
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and design of experiments (DOE) for process improvement
• Experience developing or improving acceptance and test procedures, including test workflow optimization
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and production standards (e.g., ISO 9001) in an engineering and manufacturing context
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with tooling, rigging, and lift fixture design to support safe and efficient production
• Proven experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams in a scaling production environment
• Experience with integrated system electrical testing and leak testing processes and procedures
• Experience with integrated system electrical checkouts for high voltage electronics and mechanical proof testing procedures
• Experience working in ESD-compliant or ISO-compliant production environments
• Experience working in both prototyping/R&D and scaled production environments

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits:

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $160,000 - $200,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.