Lead R&D Engineer – Medium Voltage

Industrial Manufacturing

Lead R&D Engineer responsible for new product design and development at Industrial Electric Manufacturing. Overseeing engineers and guiding the innovation within power distribution systems.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeFlorida, Oregon, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $114,400 - $161,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and long-term success.

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Hard Skills & Tools

medium voltage power distributionmetal clad switchgearmetal enclosed switchgearsheet metal designCFD (Computer Fluid Dynamics)Finite Element Analysis (FEA)design-to-order engineeringproduct developmentanalytical thinkingproblem-solving

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringteam collaborationattention to detailproject managementprioritizationconstructive feedbackcareer guidanceinnovationcontinuous improvement

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMSME (preferred)