About IEM
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Configuration Management Manager with at least 5 years of experience in industrial or commercial environments, preferably within or related sectors. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining robust configuration change control systems and ensuring the integrity of engineering documentation and change control processes throughout the product lifecycle. Additionally, this role will represent engineering in the IEM systems group to help define and create auditable processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Configuration Management Planning
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive configuration management (CM) plans, processes, and procedures aligned with industry standards.
Change Control Oversight
Manage engineering change requests (ECRs), change notices (CNs), and product baselines to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with internal and external requirements.
Process Evaluation & Improvement
Assess current Engineering Tools (ET) and Change Notice (CN) processes within IEM, identify gaps, and implement solutions to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
Version Control & Documentation
Establish and enforce version control protocols and configuration status accounting practices to maintain consistency across engineering documentation.
Lifecycle Traceability
Ensure end-to-end traceability of requirements, designs, and changes across the product lifecycle, supporting quality and compliance objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing and program management teams to maintain configuration integrity and support project goals.
Reporting & Metrics
Maintain configuration management audit account and performance metrics to stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making.
Audit & Compliance Support
Provide support during internal and external audits, reviews, and compliance assessments related to configuration and change control.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in configuration management within commercial or similar industrial sectors.
Strong understanding of CM standards such as ISO 10007 and/or EIA-649.
Proficiency in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), PDM (Product Data Management), and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
Demonstrated experience with engineering change management processes and document control systems.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to support and lead configuration-related audits and compliance reviews.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $130,000 per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.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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