Product Engineering Manager - Switchboard

About Accelevation
At our core, Accelevation LLC is about accelerating innovation. From the beginning, a driving force in our corporate culture has been curiosity and out-of-the-box thinking. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company that offers a competitive salary, paid vacation, and a robust benefits package including a 401(k)-retirement plan and company match. In the past 18 months, we have grown by over 400%, and we are growing exponentially again this year.

Accelevation was voted #1 fastest growing company in 2024 by the Dayton Business Journal. We offer the opportunity to be a part of something different, collaborative, and exciting. We value those who bring fresh ideas, thrive on change, and are comfortable with growth.

Position Summary
Accelevation is seeking an experienced and innovative Product Engineering Manager to lead the development and management of our UL 891 compliant low-voltage switchboard product line. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of the product lifecycle — from concept and design to testing, certification, and production support — This role is responsible for ensuring our products meet the demanding requirements of data center environments — including reliability, scalability, and efficiency — while adhering to UL 891 and other industry standards.

This is an
onsite
role —we believe the best ideas happen when we’re together. You’ll be part of a high-energy, collaborative environment where decisions are made fast, and wins are celebrated in real time. This role may require some travel to Accelevation facilities and customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of UL 891 compliant low-voltage switchboards and related products.
• Manage and mentor a team of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.
• Ensure all designs comply with UL 891, NEC, IEEE, and other applicable standards and codes.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, and customers to understand and incorporate the unique power distribution needs of hyperscale and enterprise data centers.
• Own the product roadmap and work closely with Product Management, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to deliver competitive, high-quality products on schedule and within budget.
• Define product specifications, materials, and component requirements.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and certification processes with UL and other agencies.
• Provide technical support to sales, marketing, and customers regarding product capabilities, features, and applications.
• Continuously monitor market trends, customer feedback, and competitive products to drive product innovation and improvement.
• Support production and field service teams in resolving design-related issues.
• Continuously monitor market trends, customer feedback, and competitive products in the data center space to drive improvement and innovation.
• Manage engineering documentation, including BOMs, drawings, and test reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in the design and development of low-voltage switchboards, panel boards, or related electrical distribution equipment.
• 3+ years in a leadership or management role, with a track record of leading engineering teams.
• Extensive knowledge of UL 891, NEC, IEEE, and NEMA standards, as well as data center power distribution requirements.
• Experience developing products specifically for data center environments, with a deep understanding of their operational challenges and expectations.
• Experience managing UL certification and working with UL representatives.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works, or equivalent) and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and interface with customers.

• Experience with lean manufacturing and design-for-manufacturability principles.
• Knowledge of Data Center Architectures
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, busbar systems, and enclosure design.
• Familiarity with PLCs,…