R&D Electrical Engineer

nVent • Medway, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking a skilled R&D Electrical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of engineering functions involving the design and development of high voltage Bus System products and develop new and improved designs. As industry standards continue to adapt, you'll support the research and development function to improve or enhance existing designs, and to ensure that the HV Bus product line remains current with industry requirements.

Requirements

• BSEE or MSEE or related field
• Ideally 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following: High‑voltage equipment or components, Power transmission & distribution systems, Electrical insulation or dielectric systems, Utility, rail electrification, industrial power, or similar fields
• Experience with electrical stress analysis, insulation coordination, or high‑voltage testing
• Familiarity with IEC, ANSI, or NEMA standards (SF₆ or non‑SF₆ systems a plus)

Responsibilities

• Perform dielectric design and electrical stress analysis of HV components and systems using finite‑element tools (e.g., COMSOL, Electro, Coulomb, or similar)
• Optimize component geometry to reduce electrical stress and improve performance and reliability
• Support customer‑specific designs, including voltage ratings, insulation systems, and testing parameters
• Develop and maintain electrical specifications aligned with IEC, ANSI, NEMA, and CENELEC standards
• Collaborate on type testing and validation, including dielectric, continuous current, and short‑circuit performance
• Work closely with manufacturing, suppliers, and purchasing to qualify materials and components
• Contribute to new product development, cost improvement initiatives, and documentation

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Company match for 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Caregiver leave
• Personal leave
• Parental leave
• Back-up care services
• Paid time off
• Paid volunteer time
• Well-being program
• Legal protection
• Identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level