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. In this position you will lead the global R&D team for nVent-Schroff in Straubenhardt, Germany. Guide a team of dedicated engineers, share expertise with CTOs, and drive innovative solutions. **WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:** + Leading the core Research and Development Team for nVent-Schroff Products globally. + Schroff has a track record of innovations since 1962 and is known as entrepreneurial and solutions oriented to find solutions for challenges in a constantly changing environment. + Coaching and mentoring over 20 professional engineers in our R&D team + Presenting nVent and its Schroff brand as a profound consultant to CTOs and customers + Groundbreaking technology for key verticals such as Rail, Telecom, Test & Measurement, Aerospace, Defense, and Energy + Collaborating closely with General and Functional Managers, Technology, and Digital groups to exchange innovation ideas + Crafting an environment of creative and innovative team projects to enhance our portfolio and constantly improve **YOU HAVE:** + Academic background in electronics, mechanics, power and cooling + Proven experience with engineers and innovation teams globally + Strong technical skills and global leadership abilities + Strong skills in Electronics, Mechanics, Power and Cooling in the world of 19”, but also on other format sizes + Proficiency in English and German **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 + nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. + Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com . + 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 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. \#LI-IP1 \#LI-On site At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.