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Full-time
bachelor degree
Above-average benefits, 401k match, Professional development, Certifications
Posted 66d ago
Apply by Jul 22
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Manager coordinates domestic product development and leads design engineering teams focused on R&D and regulatory compliance. They are responsible for executing technology roadmaps, managing engineering budgets, and overseeing the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
Requirements
Candidates must have a BSME or equivalent technical degree with over 10 years of product design experience and at least 5 years in leadership. Proficiency in 3D/2D CAD tools and a strong understanding of domestic regulatory standards like UL and NEMA are required.
Full job description
Proven Leadership, Hard Work and Innovation Alive and Well in North America
Rittal North America has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.
Brief Summary: 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.
Why Work at Rittal:
Above-average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start
401K Match
Opportunities for professional development and certifications
Collaborative, innovative work environment
Key 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
Qualifications:
Education:
BSME or equivalent technical degree
Experience:
10+ years of product design experience
Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership or project management experience
Skills:
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)
Core Competencies:
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
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Schaumburg, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
47,348
Rittal LLC is the U.S. subsidiary of Rittal GmbH & Co. KG in Germany and was founded in Springfield, Ohio in 1982. Its parent company, Rittal, was started in Germany in 1961 and has grown to include offices in more than 70 countries and manufacturing facilities on 4 continents.
Rittal LLC's U.S. Headquarters, located in suburban Chicago, Illinois, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a customer training center, including expanded teaching resources, product testing facilities and a large-scale product showroom where customers can have a hands-on experience with the entire Rittal System. Rittal LLC's manufacturing center of excellence facility in Urbana, Ohio, consists of more than a half-million square feet of space to ensure that customers' production and stocking requirements are fully met. Lastly, Rittal LLC's distribution centers in Georgia, Texas and Nevada enable Rittal to meet the needs of its customers quickly and reliably.
Situated on a 105-acre campus, Rittal LLC's manufacturing facility is filled with state-of-the-art equipment and processes, and contains in-house engineering and modification services, as well as the longest non-automotive paint line in North America, stretching more than 3 miles within the confines of the factory. The on-site warehouse is outfitted with an 8-story Automated Storage & Retrieval System.
Rittal manufactures the world's leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks and accessories, including high efficiency, high density climate control and power management systems for industrial, data center, outdoor and hybrid applications. Rittal's off-the-shelf standard, modified standard and custom-engineered products are known throughout the world as high quality, affordable solutions for practically any industrial or IT infrastructure application - from single enclosures to comprehensive systems.
Rittal is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified.
Offices: 425 N Martingale Rd, Suite 400, Schaumburg, Illinois 60173, US · 1 Rittal Place, Urbana, Ohio 43078, US · 695 Vista Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434, US · 11717 Windfern Rd, 300, Houston, Texas 77064, US
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Schaumburg, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
47,348
Rittal LLC is the U.S. subsidiary of Rittal GmbH & Co. KG in Germany and was founded in Springfield, Ohio in 1982. Its parent company, Rittal, was started in Germany in 1961 and has grown to include offices in more than 70 countries and manufacturing facilities on 4 continents.
Rittal LLC's U.S. Headquarters, located in suburban Chicago, Illinois, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a customer training center, including expanded teaching resources, product testing facilities and a large-scale product showroom where customers can have a hands-on experience with the entire Rittal System. Rittal LLC's manufacturing center of excellence facility in Urbana, Ohio, consists of more than a half-million square feet of space to ensure that customers' production and stocking requirements are fully met. Lastly, Rittal LLC's distribution centers in Georgia, Texas and Nevada enable Rittal to meet the needs of its customers quickly and reliably.
Situated on a 105-acre campus, Rittal LLC's manufacturing facility is filled with state-of-the-art equipment and processes, and contains in-house engineering and modification services, as well as the longest non-automotive paint line in North America, stretching more than 3 miles within the confines of the factory. The on-site warehouse is outfitted with an 8-story Automated Storage & Retrieval System.
Rittal manufactures the world's leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks and accessories, including high efficiency, high density climate control and power management systems for industrial, data center, outdoor and hybrid applications. Rittal's off-the-shelf standard, modified standard and custom-engineered products are known throughout the world as high quality, affordable solutions for practically any industrial or IT infrastructure application - from single enclosures to comprehensive systems.
Rittal is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified.
Offices: 425 N Martingale Rd, Suite 400, Schaumburg, Illinois 60173, US · 1 Rittal Place, Urbana, Ohio 43078, US · 695 Vista Blvd, Sparks, NV 89434, US · 11717 Windfern Rd, 300, Houston, Texas 77064, US
Enclosure Solutions for Industrial and IT ApplicationsEnclosure Solutions for Oil & Gas Exploration & ProductionEnclosure Solutions for Air and Rail Transportation InfrastructureEnclosure Solutions for Power Generation & Renewable Energy SystemsEnclosure Solutions for Food & BeverageEnclosure Solutions for Retail & LogisticsEnclosure Solutions for AutomotiveEnergy-Efficient Industrial Climate Controland Industrial Automation SolutionsConsumer Goods