R&D Manager, Electrical Switchgear Innovation

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

We’re seeking a mechanically focused R&D Manager to lead a growing team of engineers and technicians across two sites (Livermore, CA and Wendell, NC). This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving innovation in medium-voltage mechanical switchgear, overseeing product development, and shaping the future of Siemens’s engineering capabilities.

This position will be based in Livermore, CA.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional R&D team (up to 15 engineers and technicians across two locations)
• Drive mechanical design and development of switchgear enclosures, assemblies, and systems
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, test labs, and product care teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation to meet UL, IEC, IEEE and other standards
• Manage projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met
• Support factory readiness and manufacturability of new designs
• Act as a key interface between R&D, product management, manufacturing, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development with the VP of R&D
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, safety regulations, and Siemens quality processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and digitalization efforts within product development.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred)
• 7 years of R&D experience, ideally in medium voltage power distribution systems or switchgear
• 3 years of leadership experience, including team management or technical project leadership
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with electrical standards (UL, IEC, IEEE) and how they apply to mechanical systems
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) and mechanical simulation software
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Experience working in cross-site or matrixed teams is a plus
• Knowledge of product certification and compliance processes
• Background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or design for manufacturability
• Familiarity with digital substations, smart grid, or IoT-enabled systems

About Siemens:

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