Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer

About the role

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Apply specialized knowledge (e.g., s tructural analysis, DFM, DFA, etc. ) to size and select components and ensure product/process design. Work with cross-functional teams that launch products by taking market specifications from design to prototype and production. This can also cover both branded platform products and products engineered for specific customer applications . Work closely wit h Engineering Lead to partner with customers, engage in industry partnerships , and establish other relationships enabling us to advance our product and technology reach. Participate and lead cross-functional product development teams . Coordinate and maintain complex development schedules . Conduct simulations and analyses (e.g., FEA, FMEA) to validate product performance and reliability. Direct outside activities such as regulatory or other third-party testing . Collaborate across design and engineering teams to optimize manufacturability and meet industry/customer standards. Support manufacturing improvements by working with and help develop internal fabrication, assembly, and test departments, as well as external suppliers. Lead local product development from concept to production, including prototyping and coordination. Manage the critical issues of meeting with engineering and cross-functional teams. Oversee testing protocols, external certifications, and mentor junior engineers while knowing the latest with industry advancements. Lead and coordinate local N PD , NPI , Sustaining & Design for Customization in DS projects. YOU HAVE: Bachelor's degree engineering required . Mechanical engineering is preferred . Ideally 5 + years of relevant experience in mechanical design and p roject management. Bilingual, strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish is required. Experience with Data Center cabinets and environmental. Ability to design components and assemblies using 3D CAD system SolidWorks or similar . Knowledge of CAD Simulation A nalysis tools such as FE A , etc. In depth knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes such as rapid prototyping. In depth knowledge on GD&T, application and reading. Knowledge in Mechanical & Material properties related to design. Demonstrated knowledge in complex sheet metal design and metallurgic process. Experience in design and failure analysis tools such as DFMEA, DFM, RCCM etc. Strong knowledge in engineering drawing standards and specifications. WE HAVE: A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com . Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance Benefits to support the lives of our employees At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. #LI-PF1 #LI-OnSite