nVent

Staff R&D Mechanical Engineer

nVent$89K — $165K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Proven experience in design and failure analysis tools (DFMEA, DFM).
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods, specifically sheet metal.
  • Experience designing components and assemblies using SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a domain expert in mechanical engineering and data solutions for the enclosure market.
  • Define system architecture for growth and scalability, leading technical work independently.
  • Balance feasibility with business priorities while advising on technical direction.
  • Lead multi-functional project teams to develop requirements for new enclosure products.
  • Provide project leadership to engineers for new product development and customization.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible spending accounts.
  • 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement and personal leave benefits.
  • Paid time off including volunteer time.
  • Well-being program and legal identity theft protection.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
  • This Engineering professional is considered a domain expert in the functional areas of mechanical engineering, systems and processes addressing Data Solutions Enclosure market needs in close collaboration with Product Management strategies.
  • Defining system architecture to support segment-wide growth and scalability, demonstrating the ability to lead technical work autonomously.
  • Balancing feasibility with business priorities, while advising leadership on technical direction and ensuring clear communication and documentation across teams and functions.
  • Planning and conducting work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures, workflow, and criteria.
  • Working and/or leading multi-functional project teams to develop and define requirements for new Enclosure products.
  • Providing project/technical leadership to other engineers for the development of new products and customization of existing products in alignment with product architecture strategy.
  • Participating in multi-functional teams to help improve quality, production or field issues.
  • Working to continuously improve processes, improve teamwork, reduce risk, and reduce product development cycle time.
  • Developing, mentoring and applying specific technological expertise to specific projects, i.e. component selection analysis, standards, manufacturing processes.
  • Defining testing protocols and supervising completion of internal testing, external certifications, and mentoring junior engineers.
  • Independently performing assignments with instructions as to the general results expected.

YOU HAVE:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience required.
  • Proven experience in design and failure analysis tools such as DFMEA, DFM, etc.
  • Strong proven knowledge in manufacturing methods, Sheet metal required.
  • Ability to design components and assemblies using 3D CAD system SolidWorks.
  • Strong logic and reasoning to identify the technical strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Demonstrated analytical knowledge in understanding test and performance data.
  • Uses product knowledge constantly to make decisions that result in improved customer satisfaction, product functionality and overall design.
  • Self-directed capabilities in leading multiple tasks/projects and teams in a fast paced, multifaceted environment.
  • Ability to interpret and analyze professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations; analyze mathematical concepts and apply these to practical situations.
  • Global design experience with capacity to influence and collaborate with other engineering locations such as Reynosa, Mexico. 
  • Up to 10% international travel required.
  • Spanish fluency is a plus.

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
 
Compensation Range:

$89,300.00 - $165,800.00

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

  • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

  • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

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About nVent

nVent is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electrical enclosures, electric heat tracing solutions, and other electrical products. The company serves a wide range of industries, including energy, industrial, infrastructure, and commercial. nVent was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from Pentair, and is headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and employs approximately 9,000 people.
Learn more about nVent
Size
9,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$47.2 million
5 Year Trend
+3.1%
Revenue
$1.9 billion

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