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 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

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

Key Responsibilities

•  Lead the design, analysis, and validation of new medium voltage power distribution products, including metal clad and metal enclosed switchgear, and related components.
• Responsible for managing and mentoring engineers and designers, providing career guidance, constructive feedback, tracking project timelines, and ensuring quality and efficiency in deliverables.
•  Working closely with the Engineering Manager to identify issues quickly and ensure they are addressed in an appropriate and timely manner.
•  Driving group on time performance while minimizing design errors for NPI project deliverables.
• Leading the development of mechanical designs to meet NPI project-specific requirements.
• Conducting peer reviews and providing constructive feedback to team engineers to improve design quality and ensure alignment with project goals.
•  Mentoring and supervising group engineers and designers to foster team growth and ensure efficient workflow in a collaborative environment.

New Process Implementation (NPI):

• Ensure NPI projects comply with customer specifications, industry standards, manufacturability, and internal quality benchmarks.
• Track project metrics such as TTM, design errors, and revision cycles to areas for improvement with the engineering manager.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

•  Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting professional growth.
• Resolve team conflicts to maintain a productive working environment.
• Assist in training team members in best practices for 3D SolidWorks modeling, 2D AutoCAD drafting, and compliance with design standards.
•  Provide constructive feedback during peer reviews to improve the team's technical output.

Collaboration and Support:

•  Facilitate communication between design and manufacturing teams to align processes.
• Establish a feedback loop with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability and to adjust design standards.
• Act as a point of contact for technical inquiries for the operations team.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across multiple engineering and manufacturing sites to align expectations and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field, MSME is preferred.
•  10+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or a related field within the power distribution industry.
• Demonstrated track record of leading successful engineering projects and developing new technologies.
• Experience in medium voltage power distribution systems, including electrical, thermal, and mechanical considerations.
• Experience in leadership and mentoring and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with low voltage switchgear, panelboards, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in sheet metal design, including manufacturability and cost optimization.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
•  Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar; CFD (Computer Fluid Dynamics) or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20.2, C37.04, C37.06, C37.09; CSA C22.2 No. 31-M89; EEMAC G8-3.2 design guidelines and NFPA70E are desirable.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Location

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

Position Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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

IEM is opening a location in Franklin, TN. We are looking for mechanical and electrical engineers of varying levels of experience to bring their foundational engineering skills to contribute to multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.  Familiarity with low and medium voltage switchgear is ideal, but we're glad to talk to technical talent from directly related industries such as Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, and Automation & Control Systems. 

Who we are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, designers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

What you will be doing

Neros is seeking a talented Firmware Engineer to contribute to the design of new peripheral systems including display systems, handsets and ground control systems. This is a hands-on, cross-functional, highly technical role that will play a critical part in the development of new products. You will be a key part of Neros' Peripherals Team.

The Firmware Engineer will take product requirements and directly participate in the development of hardware and software to implement the design. The Firmware Engineer will have the opportunity to support product development from concept, through rapid prototyping and into full scale production.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with electrical, mechanical and flight teams to translate mission requirements into production features
• Assist in the development of hardware architectures critical to Neros’ peripheral systems
• Develop, modify and own embedded firmware for Neros peripheral systems including headsets, handsets and future products
• Work with FPGA, MCU and/or embedded Linux systems to implement video conversions, corrections, storage, compression, streaming and other functions

You should have the following

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline
• 2+ years of experience
• STM32 family of microcontrollers
• Significant FPGA experience
• Strong C/C++ for embedded systems
• Strong embedded Linux skills
• Strong familiarity with peripherals and interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UARTs, DMA pipelines, ADC/DAC operation, interrupts, etc.
• Comfortable with hardware & software tools - e.g. oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD Debuggers, etc.
• Synchronization between clock domains
• Working knowledge of camera interfaces, video formats and compression standards.
• Bare-metal development experience
• Experience using Git including development workflows
• Knowledge or interest in FPV drones or UAVs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to executive stakeholders clearly and effectively.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of High speed data streaming between MCU and FPGA
• FPV drone pilot license Part 107
• Soldering, 3D printing, prototyping
• RTOS experience such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.
• Gstreamer or ffmpeg video pipeline experience
• Specific experience handling video conversions in FPGAs, SoCs or other platforms

US Salary Range

$100,000 - $190,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Standard Nuclear is fueling America’s nuclear renaissance at industrial scale. Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power—enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world. 

FUNCTION 

The Licensing Engineer supports the development and execution of licensing activities for Standard Nuclear’s fuel fabrication and transportation programs. This role focuses on authoring and reviewing technical documentation, supporting safety analyses, and ensuring alignment between engineering design and regulatory requirements. 

This is a technically focused role within the licensing organization, intended for an engineer who can contribute immediately to project deliverables while developing deeper expertise in nuclear licensing. The position works closely with engineering, operations, and project teams to translate technical designs and processes into compliant, high-quality licensing documentation. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Technical Documentation & Analysis 

• Author and review technical documents including design criteria, functional requirements, purchase specifications, operating procedures, materials evaluation reports, code reconciliations, and similar technical work scopes 
• Develop and support Safety Analysis Reports (SARs) and associated technical sections Ensure technical accuracy, clarity, and regulatory alignment of all documentation  

Licensing & Regulatory Support 

• Support licensing activities related to NRC regulations, including 10 CFR Part 71 (Packaging and Transportation of Radioactive Material)and 10 CFR Part 70 (Domestic Licensing of Special Nuclear Material) as applicable 

• Review engineering, design, and fabrication drawings for licensing compliance  

• Assist in preparation of regulatory submittals and responses to regulatory inquiries  

• As required assist in hazard identification, accident sequence evaluation, and identification of Items Relied on for Safety (IROFS)  

• Perform regulatory gap analysis and regulatory comparison evaluations 
• Support development of licensing strategies and documentation packages  

Engineering Integration 

• Work closely with engineering teams to understand system designs, materials, and processes  

• Ensure licensing requirements are incorporated into design, fabrication, and testing activities  

• Support evaluation of design changes for licensing impact  

Project & Cross-Functional Support 

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, quality, operations, and project management  

• Support project execution by contributing to work scopes, schedules, and technical deliverables  

• Assist in tracking and coordinating licensing deliverables across projects  

 Professional Development 

• Develop subject matter expertise in nuclear licensing, regulatory frameworks, and safety analysis  

• Build familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code  

• Contribute to continuous improvement of licensing processes and documentation quality 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field  

• 3–5 years of experience in a technical engineering role within a regulated or industrial environment  

• Strong technical writing skills with experience developing engineering documentation  

• Familiarity with NRC regulations (Part 71 preferred; Part 70 a plus)   

• Equivalent licensing experience under Department of Energy (DOE) regulations will also be considered (i.e. DOE-STD-3009, Preparation of Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Documented Safety Analysis) 

• Experience with fabrication, materials testing, or mechanical systems is a plus  

• Experience with Integrated Safety Analyses (ISA) development activities and document development in accordance with Part 70 

• Experience with various types of radioactive material packaging is a plus 

• Experience or familiarity with full scale or scale model testing is a plus  

• Familiarity with pressure vessel design and fabrication is a plus  

• Working knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code is preferred  

• Familiarity with source terms and containment analysis is a plus 

• Experience with defining allowable leakage and establishing leak rate criteria is a plus 

• Familiarity with leakage testing methods and procedures is a plus 

• Familiarity with international regulations addressing safe transport of radioactive materials, IAEA SSR-6, ADR, RID, ICAO, IATA and/or IMDG, is a plus 

• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

BENEFITS 

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Health Savings Account 

• Disability and Life Insurance 

• 401(k) Plan 

• Paid Time Off and Holidays 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

The position requires development of detailed technical documentation, coordination across multiple disciplines, and support of licensing activities in a regulated environment. Occasional interaction with laboratory or manufacturing environments may be required to support technical understanding. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

WORKING AT THE MLC

The MLC is committed to excellence, service, transparency, and diversity. Our culture is collaborative, our people are adaptable. On our team, you are respected, valued for your unique strengths and experiences, and empowered to identify and resolve your own challenges.

WHO WE ARE

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) is a nonprofit organization designated by the U.S. Copyright Office to administer blanket mechanical licenses for digital music services in the United States. Our mission is to ensure songwriters, composers, and music publishers are accurately compensated for the use of their music.

Operating at the intersection of music, data, and technology, we process billions of usage records, match them to the correct musical works, and distribute royalties with accuracy and transparency. As we continue to grow, we are building scalable data platforms and workflows that power the future of digital music licensing.

THE ROLE

As a SQL Engineer / Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable data solutions that power usage and royalty processing, reporting, and internal analytics. You’ll work closely with Data Platform, Engineering, Finance, and Member Experience teams to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and performance across systems.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex datasets, optimizing queries for performance, and building reliable data pipelines that directly support business-critical operations.

Preference to individuals in Eastern and Central Time Zone to accommodate for UK team member collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

· 3+ years of experience writing complex SQL queries in a production environment

· Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle)

· Proven ability to optimize queries and improve database performance

· Experience working with large, complex datasets

· Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

· Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

· Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS Athena, Metabase, or similar)

· Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes and data pipeline concepts

· Experience supporting financial, royalty, or transactional data systems

· Understanding of data modeling concepts (star schema, normalization, etc.)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

AS A MEMBER OF THE TECH TEAM, YOU WILL:

· Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and views to support business operations and reporting

· Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis

· Partner with Data Engineers and Analytics teams to support data pipelines and transformations across platforms (e.g., AWS Athena, Metabase, or similar)

· Support royalty processing workflows by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of data outputs

· Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Finance, Rights Management, Member Experience) to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions

· Troubleshoot data discrepancies and implement long-term fixes to improve data quality

· Contribute to data governance, documentation, and best practices across the data ecosystem

· Assist in building and maintaining reporting datasets for internal and external stakeholders

· Data quality and validation frameworks to ensure accuracy