Design for Manufacturing Architect

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.

We are seeking an experienced Design for Manufacturing Architect to join our NPI Manufacturing Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with 7 years of experience in the design and manufacture of modular designs or building block components. This role is crucial in pushing nVent's designs to a new level of modularity and ensuring our manufacturing processes can support these innovative designs efficiently.

Build standards and requirements for nVent's Data Solutions business around modular designs and manufacturing

Collaborate with multi-functional teams to integrate modular designs into existing and new products.

Drive innovation in modular design to improve product flexibility and scalability.

Ensure manufacturing processes are optimized to support modular designs.

Provide technical expertise and guidance to the engineering team.

Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in modular design and manufacturing.

Create CBB (Common Building Block) standards and lead implementation with product design to reduce cost and development cycle time

Work closely with engineering and supply chain to identify potential suppliers for core components, such as pumps, heat exchangers, sensors, pipes/hoses/quick connectors, valves, expansion tanks, etc.

Provide guidance to drive modular common design, manufacturing, assembly, service, and UX across all products as part of the Standard Product Portfolio.

Act as the point of contact to engage across teams to establish cohesive design objectives.

You Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field required, Master's degree preferred

Minimum of 7 years of experience in modular design and manufacturing.

Proven track record of successful modular design projects.

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and techniques.

Strong communication and leadership skills.

Experience With CAD Software And Other Design Tools Preferred

Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to modular design preferred

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
• At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
• We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.
  
  

• 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 to support the lives of our employees
  
  

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range

$89,300.00 - $165,800.00

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• 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 such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and 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.