Product Engineering Manager- Medium Voltage Switchgear

OverviewProduct Engineering Manager- Medium Voltage Switchgear at Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM).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 MV Product Manager is responsible for building, developing, and managing a team of Product Engineers focused on full Product Lifecycle Management of Medium Voltage Power Distribution equipment. This role supports multiple IEM manufacturing facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild a department with primary points of contact (POCs) and subject matter experts (SMEs) for all Medium Voltage Power Distribution products.Grow the team by hiring and onboarding new staff; provide upskilling, training, and guidance for existing personnel.Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and other departments to align Product Engineering activities with IEM strategy.Provide direction for product strategy and determination of medium voltage product offers.Align Product Engineering resources’ capacity with prioritized assignments.Ensure collaboration with vendors for product maintenance activities, including obsolescence and redesign; coordinate action plans with internal teams.Advance Product Lifecycle Management processes and tools supported by Product Engineering teams.Ensure industrialization and commercialization of new product introductions, including engagement with the NPI team and processes/tools supporting Sales/Estimating, ERP systems, and Operational Readiness.Routinely check in with staff to ensure accountability and timely delivery; proactively communicate delays or obstacles to stakeholders.Track, analyze, and report data regarding staff skills and department systems to drive continuous improvement.QualificationsCompetency with medium voltage switchgear products design and manufacturing, including knowledge of standards such as UL 67, UL 891, UL 1558, UL 1008; ANSI C37.20 and NEC/CEC.Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.Ability to collaborate and work through ambiguity.Demonstrated success collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.Strong written and verbal communication.Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Word and Excel.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Minimum 4-year degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or related field.Minimum 5 years’ experience in the power distribution equipment or related industry, preferably with switchgear.Minimum 2 years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role directly managing staff.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $153,600.00 - $202,800.00 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 tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.Learn more about IEM at the following: IEM Careers information is available on our official site.Recruiting 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 via the official contact page.Non-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 submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr