Product Engineer-Power Distribution Equipment

Product Engineer – Power Distribution Equipment

2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1 B+ in annual sales and 10 000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

The Product Engineer – Electrical Distribution Equipment position is a key member of the Product Engineering team and will provide engineering support for a range of medium and/or low voltage products through all phases of product development and manufacturing.

• Primary point of contact (POC) and subject matter expert (SME) for medium and/or low voltage power distribution products.
• Focus on testing and qualifying new products and processes, supporting the transition of those products and processes into manufacturing.
• Assist in the coordination and management of new product introduction schedules and activities, and cross‑product issues throughout the product life cycle.
• Organize, prepare, finalize and maintain documentation for production and commercial use.
• Collaborate with other internal departments including Sales, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, etc. to ensure Product Engineering activities are aligned.
• Collaborate with vendors for product maintenance activities including product obsolescence and redesign. Coordinate action plans with internal teams to support product maintenance needs.
• Provide engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.

• Competency with medium voltage and/or low voltage switch gear product design and manufacturing, including knowledge of industry standards (UL 67, 891, 1558, 1008 and ANSI C37.20 and NEC/CEC).
• Ability to be flexible with multi‑tasking and changing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate and work through ambiguity.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Minimum 4‑year degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or related scientific field.
• Minimum 2‑5 years’ experience in the power distribution equipment or a closely related industry.

The salary range for this role is $82 560 – $124 800 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem‑solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well‑being, growth, and long‑term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at

Beware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an  address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at

IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.

Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit, is subject to IEM’s Workforce Member Privacy Policy.