Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering

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At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Location: San Antonio, TX

Reports To: VP of Design Engineering

Position Summary

The Skidding/E-House Engineering Manager leads the structural engineering discipline supporting the design and fabrication of skid-mounted equipment packages and electrical houses (E-Houses). This role is the primary technical authority for IBC code compliance, state licensing, state certifications/inspections, PE stamping, and lift calculations, and manages a team of engineers to ensure all skid and E-House structural designs are safe, code-compliant, and delivered on schedule. This position reports directly to the VP of Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority on International Building Code (IBC) compliance for all skid-mounted equipment packages and electrical house (E-House) structural designs.
• Review, approve, and PE-stamp structural calculations, drawings, and specifications for skids and E-Houses in accordance with applicable codes and state requirements.
• Perform and oversee lift calculations and rigging plans to ensure the safe lifting, transport, and installation of skids and E-Houses.
• Manage state professional licensing for the engineering group, ensuring the team holds and maintains the licenses required in every state where projects are executed.
• Coordinate state certifications, inspections, and permitting activities for skid and E-House projects, acting as the primary liaison with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and third-party inspectors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural and design engineers supporting skidding and E-House programs.
• Partner with the VP of Engineering to establish structural engineering standards, design practices, and quality control processes for skids and E-Houses.
• Review project scopes and customer specifications early in the proposal and design phases to identify structural, code, and licensing requirements.
• Collaborate with project management, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure structural designs are manufacturable, code-compliant, and delivered on schedule.
• Evaluate site-specific loading conditions (seismic, wind, snow, transportation) and ensure designs are engineered accordingly.
• Support proposal and estimating efforts with structural engineering scope reviews, risk assessments, and man-hour estimates.
• Stay current on changes to the IBC, state building codes, and state licensing/certification requirements, and update internal engineering standards accordingly.
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he skidding/E-House industry.

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required; ability to obtain licensure/reciprocity in additional states as needed.
• Demonstrated experience with IBC compliance, state licensing, state certifications/inspections, PE stamping, and lift calculations.
• Prior experience managing or leading an engineering team preferred.
• Experience working directly with customers, third-party inspectors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) preferred.

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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