Senior Design Engineer (New Product Development) - Leeds, AL

Hubbell Incorporated; Leeds (AL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering firm in Leeds, AL is seeking a Sr. NPD Design Engineer to oversee the design and advancement of medium- and high-voltage electrical connectors. This role involves participating in product development, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates require a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience. Strong CAD skills and project management capabilities are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of product design experience, ideally in medium/high voltage connectors.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical behavior and mechanical design.
• Experience with design verification/validation testing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in product development projects including mechanical and electrical design.
• Lead requirements definition and design verification/validation efforts.
• Work with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into design specifications.

Skills

Product design experience in medium/high voltage connectors

Proficiency in CAD modeling and simulation tools

Strong analytical and communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Overview

Our Connectors location in Leeds, AL is looking for a Sr. NPD Design Engineer! The Sr. NPD Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and advancement of medium- and high-voltage electrical connectors for the Electric Utility industry, with additional responsibility for supporting the development of fiber telecom connectivity products as needed. This role requires strong engineering expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and standards-compliant products used in transmission, distribution, substation, and communication applications. The Sr. Design Engineer will also contribute to product improvements, and sustaining engineering activities to support long-term product performance.

A Day In The Life

Every day presents opportunities to support innovation and enhance critical utility and communication infrastructure. You will make a difference by:

• Participating in multiple product development projects simultaneously, including concept development, mechanical and electrical design, prototyping, testing, and production release.
• Leading requirements definition, project reviews, and design verification/validation efforts for medium- and high-voltage connector systems and fiber telecom connectivity components.
• Designing products in alignment with industry standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC, NEMA, Telcordia, etc.) and ensuring compliance through proper documentation, testing, and certification support.
• Working with marketing, operations, and quality to translate customer needs into actionable design specifications and value-driven engineering solutions.
• Developing 3D models, engineering drawings, and simulations to validate product performance and manufacturability.
• Coordinating and performing design experiments, including mechanical, electrical, and environmental testing.
• Supporting root-cause investigations, sustaining engineering activities, and product enhancements for existing connector portfolios.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives through DFMEA, design-to-value, and manufacturability improvement events.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation, design records, and test reports in accordance with internal engineering and quality systems.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering other Engineering disciplines will be considered with demonstrated industry design experience
• 10+ years of product design experience, ideally in medium/high voltage connectors, utility hardware, or related industrial/mechanical components
• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical behavior, materials, mechanical design, and connector interfaces
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and simulation tools (AutoDesk Inventor & SolidWorks)
• Experience with design verification/validation testing and hands‑on work with lab test equipment
• Understanding of industry standards applicable to medium/high voltage and telecom products (ANSI, IEEE, IEC, NEMA, Telcordia)
• Experience with DFMEA, design-to-value, and structured product development processes
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
• Experience with cast components, molded components, and rapid prototyping processes strongly preferred

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.