Design Engineer, Enclosure Specials

Location: Urbana, OH
Job Title: Design Engineer, Enclosure Specials

About Rittal
Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor and hybrid applications.

Position Summary
The Design Engineer, Enclosure Specials is responsible for evaluating customer special-order requirements and developing cost‑effective design solutions that utilize standard Rittal products with minimal modification. This role involves creating detailed CAD models and drawings, supporting engineering changes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction through accurate and timely engineering deliverables.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and develop practical, cost‑effective solutions using existing products, components, and limited modifications.
• Create detailed CAD designs and production drawings for modified standard Rittal products (“Rittal Specials”).
• Utilize Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD for design activities, including manipulation of archived and customer-supplied files.
• Work directly with customers and sales teams to clarify requirements and ensure solutions meet expectations.
• Create and review SAP material masters and bills of materials (BOMs) for special‑order products.
• Use SAP to access and modify archived material and BOM data as needed.
• Execute ECN (Engineering Change Notice) release processes to support Manufacturing Engineering, Accounting, Sourcing, Purchasing, and Production Control.
• Collaborate with vendors, fabrication teams, and assembly associates to support the production of Rittal Specials.
• Support development, documentation, and compliance with ISO, corporate, and engineering standards and procedures.
• Work effectively and professionally with management, peers, and production teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Ability to sit for extended periods (up to 8 hours) and use a computer for most of the workday.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach as needed during the shift.
• Ability to lift to 25–50 lbs. to waist height and up to 25 lbs. overhead occasionally.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to learn new office procedures and software.
• High attention to detail with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues, research solutions, and work independently with minimal supervision.

• Must wear required PPE, including:
  • Safety‑toed footwear
  • Safety glasses with side shields
  • Hearing protection
  • Additional PPE as required by task or environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology and 2+ years of product design experience
  OR
  Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and 4+ years of product design experience.
• Proficiency with 3D and 2D CAD tools, including Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and AutoCAD.
• Experience in sheet‑metal fabrication and assembly processes, including CNC forming, MIG/TIG welding, and metal finishing methods (powder coat, e‑coat, etc.).
• Preferred experience with electrical enclosure design, UL/CE regulatory requirements, and NEMA/IP/IEC/ANSI performance standards.
• Experience with ECN processes and material master/BOM creation in SAP or AS400-based MRP systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Experience with electronic data transfer (IGS, DXF) and file‑transfer methods (FTP, Internet).

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.