Senior Manager, Domestic Design Engineering

Rittal LLC•Urbana, OH

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About The Position

The Senior Manager of Domestic Design Engineering is responsible for coordinating design activities for North American domestic product development. This role collaborates with senior leadership, Product Management, and Marketing to define and execute technology and new product development roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The position leads domestic design engineering teams focused on R&D, standards, and regulatory compliance while driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

BSME or equivalent technical degree
10+ years of product design experience
Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership or project management experience
Proficiency in 3D/2D CAD tools (Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD), sheet metal design, and MRP systems (SAP)
Strong understanding of domestic regulatory standards and product performance measures
Experience with ISO documentation and ECN processes
Familiarity with enclosure fabrication, CNC machining, welding, and finishing processes
Proficient in MS Office Suite and electronic data transfer tools (IGS, DXF, FTP)
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Adaptability to changing priorities and multitasking
Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Commitment to safety and compliance

Responsibilities

Coordinate design activities for domestic product development
Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to define technology and product roadmaps
Lead and manage domestic design engineering teams focused on R&D and compliance
Investigate new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to drive innovation
Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and contributors
Develop and manage project schedules and engineering budgets
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and project delivery
Oversee all aspects of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process
Provide performance objectives, coaching, and formal reviews for direct reports
Ensure engineering rigor and documentation for all domestic product designs
Work closely with Operations to incorporate design for manufacturing techniques
Support global product design and development in collaboration with Rittal HQ
Oversee creation and maintenance of CAD models, BOMs, and Material Master using Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD, and MRP systems
Coordinate ECN processes for releases and design changes
Support prototype builds, vendor selection, and outsourcing coordination
Ensure compliance with domestic regulatory standards (UL, NEC, NEMA, ANSI)
Provide technical support for customer engagements and product launches
Drive continuous improvement aligned with Rittal Production System principles
Represent engineering in cross-functional meetings and strategic initiatives
Foster a positive workplace culture and maintain an open-door environment