Lead Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance of Line (MOL)

Extensive experience in design-to-order (DTO) or highly customized engineering environments.

Expert-level root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams.

Advanced Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma knowledge (preferred).

Deep understanding of mechanical systems and interfaces.

Extensive experience with medium voltage switchgear or power distribution equipment.

The salary range for this role is $120,000 -$180,000 per year , based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Why Join IEM

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.

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The Lead Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance of Line (MOL) is responsible for providing both technical and people leadership for the MOL mechanical engineering function supporting IEM’s medium voltage (MV) product designs. This role owns the integrity, reliability, and manufacturability of active product designs, standards, and procedures while leading a team of engineers to ensure sustained production capability across manufacturing operations. This hands-on leadership role establishes technical direction for MOL activities, ensuring the long-term health of existing product lines and enabling design engineering teams to remain focused on DTO delivery. The Lead Engineer drives cross-functional alignment, resolves critical systemic issues, and ensures engineering standards, processes, and talent are developed to support business objectives.

Provide technical and people leadership for the MOL mechanical engineering team, including direct supervision, coaching, and performance development.

Set technical priorities and allocate resources to support production, quality, and DTO commitments.

Lead resolution of high-impact, cross-site mechanical issues affecting production, quality, safety, or field performance.

Establish, approve, and enforce mechanical design standards, material specifications, and SOPs.