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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: 1. Design Engineering:
New Product Development responsibilities for Calmark and Birtcher product line Lead NPD Engineers through cross-functional development projects Ensure 3D processes are followed and identify opportunities for improvements Actively participate in the product roadmap definition with Product Management, Sales, and customers Execute New Product Development actions per product roadmap Identify technology gaps and launch R&D projects as needed Sustaining Engineering responsibilities for San Diego site Manage Engineering release of new configurations (standard and modified) - EAR process Manage ECO process for changes to BOM's, manufacturing routers, and drawings Technical leadership for Production and Quality support Define Engineering processes and manage resources (CAD Vault, ECO tool, etc.) Global Technical expert for Calmark and Birtcher product line (applications support, Quality, customer projects)
2. Modified Products - Customer Projects and Quotes:
Manage modified product proposal team and customer RFQs Creating quotes with technical and commercial content Checking technical feasibility of projects, developing product specs, and cost estimates Reviewing Quality Clauses and impact on production Defining product pricing per Pricing Manager's guidelines Leading medium to large customer projects from quote to ship (timeline, action list, prototypes) Leading external and internal cross-functional project meetings Point of contact for customer related technical questions (external and internal) Managing customer technical documentation and submitting internal change requests
YOU HAVE:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or other Engineering discipline required; MS or MBA preferred Ideally 8+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience 5+ years of Engineering leadership experience in manufacturing industry preferred Demonstrated success in leading a team of engineers, preferably in precision machining or metal fabrication 2+ years of experience working with customers including projects, presentations, and meetings Experience with new product introduction processes, and formalized tools such as 3D, FMEA, QFD, 6 sigma approaches, etc. Effective leadership and people management skills. Ability to lead, manage, train and coach others and facilitate the transfer of knowledge Experience managing complex customer projects and cross functional teams Knowledge and experience leading technical discussions with customers to secure project wins Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present ideas and information to customers and internal people at all levels of the organization Ability to translate customer requirements into concepts based on our standard product platforms Ability to work under general direction and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Our San Diego, CA facility is an ITAR controlled site. All candidates must be a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15. WE HAVE:
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: $115,500.00 - $214,500.00
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 such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
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.
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life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
Oct 21, 2025