Product Owner / Director of Engineering – Critical Power

DescriptionAbout Rise Power SystemsRise Power Systems designs and delivers industrial solutions and critical power products, including eHouse-integrated systems, metering, power distribution controls, and motor-driven applications utilizing VFDs. We are vertically integrated with SMT, Inc. (est. 1969), leveraging in-house manufacturing to accelerate development, strengthen quality control, and scale standardized product platforms.OverviewThis role combines product ownership, mechanical engineering leadership, and organizational development to lead the design and execution of mission-critical power distribution equipment, including PDUs, RPPs, CDPs, and related low-voltage electrical systems. The position bridges customer needs, product strategy, engineering execution, and manufacturing to deliver scalable, compliant, and manufacturable product platforms while building and leading the mechanical engineering function over time.BenefitsRise Power Systems offers a generous benefits package to include the following:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance Options, Pet Insurance401k with company matchPTO and Paid HolidaysKey ResponsibilitiesProduct Ownership & StrategyDefine product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle strategy for low-voltage power distribution equipmentOwn and prioritize product development initiatives in partnership with Product Management, Sales, and OperationsTranslate customer and market requirements into detailed technical product specificationsDrive platform standardization and modular product architecture to improve scalability and reduce engineering lead timeSupport customer engagement, technical reviews, and go-to-market activities including documentation, training, and product positioningMechanical Engineering LeadershipLead mechanical engineering activities for enclosures, busbar systems, cable management, structural assemblies, and thermal solutionsEstablish mechanical engineering standards, design practices, and development processesDevelop and review CAD models, drawings, and BOMs for productionEnsure designs meet requirements for thermal performance, structural integrity, manufacturability, and serviceabilityDrive design-for-manufacturing (DFM), cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiativesBuild and lead the mechanical engineering team as the organization growsCross-Functional ExecutionCollaborate closely with electrical engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and field service teamsLead design reviews and coordinate execution across disciplinesOversee prototyping, testing, validation, and product release activitiesSupport project execution for custom and standard product configurationsManage engineering changes and continuous product improvement effortsCompliance & QualityEnsure products meet applicable UL, NEC, IEC, and ANSI standardsSupport certification activities, testing, and regulatory submissionsMonitor field performance and lead root cause analysis and corrective actionsEstablish robust documentation and quality processes to support scalable growthRequirements QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; advanced degree preferred8+ years of experience in power distribution equipment, switchgear, or related low-voltage electrical productsExperience leading mechanical engineering development for mission-critical electrical equipmentStrong understanding of PDUs, RPPs, switchboards, busbar systems, and thermal/mechanical design considerationsExperience with product ownership, platform development, or product strategy responsibilitiesProficiency with SolidWorks, PDM/PLM systems, and engineering documentation processesDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive executionPreferred SkillsExperience building or leading engineering teamsKnowledge of modular and scalable product architecturesExperience with busbar bracing, fault-current considerations, and thermal managementFamiliarity with UL certification processes and seismic requirements (IEEE 693)Experience supporting data center or other mission-critical infrastructure marketsStrong communication and customer-facing technical leadership skillsPIfe07cf9f2f98-25448-40512610