Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer

nVent • Anoka, MN

83d • $76,000 - $141,100

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience required.
• Knowledge of selection of fluid distribution components, electrical schematics, heat transfer.
• Refrigeration or material compatibility experience is a plus.
• Experience in design and failure analysis tools such as DFMEA, DFM, etc.
• The ability to design components and assemblies using 3D CAD systems (i.e. SolidWorks).
• Knowledge in ASME BPVC design and applications, as well as AWS and ISO standards.
• ASME Section IX or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
• Up to 10% domestic travel required.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in sizing and selecting components and their use in complex assemblies.
• Define and supervise prototype builds, testing, and external certifications, with some hands-on support as needed.
• Conduct simulations and analyses (e.g., CFD, FEA, FMEA) to validate product performance and reliability.
• Design and work with fabrication partners to ensure clean internal flow paths to prevent debris and corrosion in liquid cooling systems.
• Collaborate across design and operations teams to optimize manufacturability and meet internal/industry/customer standards such as ASME BPVC.

Benefits

• 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Caregiver, personal and parental leave.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off including volunteer time.
• A well-being program.
• Legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree