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Technical Business Manager - Motors, VFDs, Controls & Power Quality Solutions
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Job DescriptionJob Description About the Role
Energy Management Corporation is seeking a technical leader-preferably with an Electrical Engineering background-experienced in VFDs, motors, industrial control systems, and power quality solutions. This position combines applications engineering, field service oversight, and technical business management. The role involves leading a small team while working directly with industrial clients to deliver solutions, support business growth, and strengthen our market presence. Key Responsibilities
Technical & Field Expertise:
Provide technical guidance and support for VFDs, motor systems, and control system integration
Troubleshoot and optimize motor-driven equipment in industrial settings
Apply power quality knowledge (harmonics, power factor, IEEE/IEC standards) to enhance solutions
Lead field service efforts, ensuring timely resolution of client challenges
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor office staff and field technicians
Manage team resources, schedules, and priorities to ensure project success
Promote a safety-conscious and client-focused work environment
Business Development:
Work with sales to identify opportunities in VFD, motor control, and power quality markets
Contribute technical expertise to proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations
Act as a trusted technical advisor for industrial clients
Qualifications:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering () or related technical discipline
7+ years of experience with VFDs, motors, and industrial control systems, including field service
Knowledge of power quality principles and PQ monitoring tools
Hands-on experience with drive commissioning, motor protection, and troubleshooting
Demonstrated leadership of small teams and project coordination
Business acumen with experience in technical proposals and customer engagement
PE license or Master Electrician license ()
Background:
Experience with ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Rockwell Automation, Yaskawa, or other motor/drive OEMs
Previous leadership in industrial service or applications engineering teams
Strong combination of hands-on technical expertise and customer-facing business management
Why Join Us: This position is ideal for a professional skilled in both industrial drives and motor applications and in leading teams and business development. You will manage a small, capable team, tackle critical client challenges, and help expand our presence in VFD, controls, and power quality solutions.
Technical & Field Expertise:
Provide technical guidance and support for VFDs, motor systems, and control system integration
Troubleshoot and optimize motor-driven equipment in industrial settings
Apply power quality knowledge (harmonics, power factor, IEEE/IEC standards) to enhance solutions
Lead field service efforts, ensuring timely resolution of client challenges
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor office staff and field technicians
Manage team resources, schedules, and priorities to ensure project success
Promote a safety-conscious and client-focused work environment
Business Development:
Work with sales to identify opportunities in VFD, motor control, and power quality markets
Contribute technical expertise to proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations
Act as a trusted technical advisor for industrial clients
Qualifications:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering () or related technical discipline
7+ years of experience with VFDs, motors, and industrial control systems, including field service
Knowledge of power quality principles and PQ monitoring tools
Hands-on experience with drive commissioning, motor protection, and troubleshooting
Demonstrated leadership of small teams and project coordination
Business acumen with experience in technical proposals and customer engagement
PE license or Master Electrician license ()
Background:
Experience with ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Rockwell Automation, Yaskawa, or other motor/drive OEMs
Previous leadership in industrial service or applications engineering teams
Strong combination of hands-on technical expertise and customer-facing business management
Why Join Us: This position is ideal for a professional skilled in both industrial drives and motor applications and in leading teams and business development. You will manage a small, capable team, tackle critical client challenges, and help expand our presence in VFD, controls, and power quality solutions.