Staff R&D Mechanical Engineer

nVent; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent’s ILSCO team in Blue Ash, Ohio seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead engineering projects across ILSCO and UTILCO power connection solutions. You’ll drive design decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to accelerate portfolio growth and roadmap execution.

Ideal candidate has a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years of experience, and strong proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM/PLM. Travel up to 20% may be required in a fast-paced, high-impact role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 7+ years of proven experience in a related engineering field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in SolidWorks assemblies, modeling, drawings, and PDM/PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Ownership & Sustaining Engineering: lead technical design and continuous improvement for ILSCO/UTILCO products.
• Product Line Expansion & NPI: drive product extensions from concept to commercialization and validate via testing and certification.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: manage global teams, lead design reviews, and coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, and Sales.
• Technical Expertise: mentor engineers, develop specs, tests, and validation plans, ensure standards compliance.
• Customer & Business Engagement: act as SME for customers and channel partners, support business case development.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDM/PLM systems

Job description

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. Our nVent ILSCO team in Blue Ash, Ohio is a center of engineering excellence seeking a senior mechanical engineer who will lead engineering projects across the ILSCO and UTILCO portfolio of power connection solutions. This role will be a technical leader within the new team, driving innovation, mechanical design decisions, and cross‑functional teamwork to deliver for the ILSCO business. The position has a direct impact on portfolio vitality, product roadmap acceleration, revenue growth, and strengthening nVent’s global competitiveness in mechanical and compression power‑connection technologies.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Portfolio Ownership & Sustaining Engineering Serve as the technical leader for assigned ILSCO and UTILCO products. Drive engineering excellence through design standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead cost-reduction, value-engineering, supplier transition, and risk-mitigation projects. Resolve technical issues related to manufacturing, quality, compliance, and field performance.

• Product Line Expansion & NPI Lead development and execution of product line extensions. Translate customer and market requirements into product requirements. Manage product development activities from concept through commercialization. Coordinate prototype development, testing, design validation, and certification activities. Partner with Product Management to accelerate portfolio growth and roadmap execution.

• Cross-Functional Leadership Lead global, cross-functional project teams to achieve business objectives. Facilitate design reviews, FMEAs, risk assessments, and engineering decision making. Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, Lab Team, Approvals team, Product Management, and Sales teams. Support successful product launches, production transfers, and supplier qualifications.

• Technical Expertise Mentor engineers and cross-functional team members through technical coaching, design reviews, and knowledge sharing. Develop robust product specifications, test methods, and validation plans. Validate design changes using analytical techniques, prototyping, and laboratory testing. Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and certification requirements.

• Customer & Business Engagement Act as a subject matter expert for customers, sales teams, and channel partners. Participate in customer visits and technical reviews to understand application challenges and identify growth opportunities. Support business case development and prioritization of engineering investments.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Ideally 7+ years of proven experience in a related engineering field.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

• Proficient in SolidWorks assemblies, modeling, drawings, and PDM/PLM systems

• Strong understanding of metals, polymers, and composite materials, with hands‑on experience in metal forming, machining, and injection molding.

• Able to manage multiple projects in fast‑paced, self‑directed environments, and communicate effectively—both in-person and virtually.

• The ability to travel up to 20% for customer support and off‑site testing, as needed.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits Overview

• 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.

• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. #LI-OR1 #LI-Hybrid

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.