As a key member of the Product Development team, you will lead the design, development, and validation of Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, ensuring compliance with IEC 61439 and local UAE authority regulations (e.g., ADDC). This role involves overseeing the product development lifecycle, including:
- Development Leadership: Lead a small team comprising engineers and technicians to drive the development of new, high-performance, and cost-effective LV switchgear products.
- IEC 61439 Compliance & Design Verification: Ensure all assemblies meet IEC 61439 requirements for temperature rise, dielectric strength, and short-circuit withstand; coordinate with third-party labs as necessary.
- Lab Management & Testing: Manage the internal test lab and collaborate with external labs for type-testing, prototyping, and validation. Analyze test data to confirm product performance aligns with design criteria.
- Technical Design & Innovation: Approve technical drawings/models, BOMs, and design modifications, while promoting value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
- Market Standards Compliance: Ensure products adhere to local UAE and regional regulations relevant to LV switchgear and control panels.
- Project Management: Collaborate with the product management team to manage projects from conception to commercialization, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Factory Interface: Assist manufacturing and engineering coordination to ensure readiness for new designs.
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Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience: Extensive experience in roles related to LV switchgear, including hands-on knowledge of switchgear sheet metal enclosures and fabrication.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of IEC 61439-1 & 2 and UAE quality regulations, along with experience managing or collaborating with testing laboratories (familiarity with ASTA/KEMA certification preferred).
- Soft Skills: Strong leadership, project management, and cross-functional communication abilities.
Work Conditions:
- This is a full-time on-site position located in the United Arab Emirates.
- No calls or agencies please. Individuals requiring sponsorship for work authorization are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We promote equal opportunities without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, or disability.
