Vice President of Design Engineering

About IEMIndustrial 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 SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organizationOversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projectsEstablish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designsTransform 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 blocksPartner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effectiveProvide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplinesProvide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applicationsEnsure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirementsFoster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organizationQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferredMinimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing EnvironmentProven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environmentsDeep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standardsProven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environmentDemonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systemsCompensationThe salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.Why Join IEMAt IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.comWe offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careersRecruiting ScamsBeware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an @iemfg.com address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at iemfg.com/contactNon-Discrimination StatementIEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.PrivacyInformation collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.Originally posted on Himalayas

About IEMIndustrial 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 SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic direction and leadership for the Design Engineering organizationOversee the execution of hundreds of concurrent customer projectsEstablish, monitor, and report key performance indicators related to on-time delivery and defect-free designsTransform 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 blocksPartner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Field Service to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, scalable, and cost-effectiveProvide technical direction and oversight across multiple engineering disciplinesProvide innovative client-centric solutions within the IEM product portfolio to meet specific customer applicationsEnsure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including IEEE/ANSI, UL, CSA, NEC, and IEC requirementsFoster a best-in-class work environment to attract and maintain top talent in the organizationQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required; Master’s degree or MBA preferredMinimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in a Power Product Manufacturing EnvironmentProven track record leading large engineering organizations (100+ engineers) in design-to-order or engineer-to-order environmentsDeep understanding of electrical switchgear design, power distribution systems, and applicable industry standardsProven track record in modernizing engineering design methods/tools, and transforming an organization in a growth environmentDemonstrated success in driving operational improvements, reducing design cycle times, and implementing engineering systems and tools. Experience with PLM, CAD, and engineering data management systemsCompensationThe salary range for this role is $250,000 – $305,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.Why Join IEMAt IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.comWe offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careersRecruiting ScamsBeware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an @iemfg.com address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at iemfg.com/contactNon-Discrimination StatementIEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.PrivacyInformation collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.Originally posted on Himalayas