Engineering Manager, Electrical - Design & Project Oversight

Engineering Manager, Electrical - Design & Project Oversight

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is essential, or 10-15 years of directly equivalent electrical engineering experience
• 15+ years of total engineering experience, including 7+ years in electrical design and 5+ years in team/project management
• Maximum annual salary: $180,000
• Full-time, permanent W-2 employee Full benefits
• Occasional travel required for trade shows/conferences
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
• 100% onsite role (no remote)
• Located in the McFarland, Wisconsin area

This full time, permanent Electrical Engineering Manager opening is at the world's leading manufacturer in their industry. The company owns their market share, which is a niche area. They have the dominant market share in North America. They have a significant market share around the rest of the world. Benefits are great and pay is very competitive. They are a small, stable, privately-held, flexible employer. They have a very flexible environment for people who are willing to work hard. Employees do not get pigeon-holed in a narrow field. Employees have a big impact on products. The company values employees and believes in supporting employee skill growth. Work life balance is an important part of the company culture. The company hires employees that communicate well and are passionate about engineering.

• The successful candidate will be part of the leadership team, acting as a key decision-maker. In This Role, You Will:
• Lead and manage all engineering personnel and activities, including hiring, reviews, and fostering team growth
• Oversee and manage diverse engineering projects (ECNs, NPD, R&D), outsourced services, and customer technical support
• Assure documentation and organization of engineering operational systems and continuously improve design processes as Process Owner
• Provide hands-on engineering support for design projects, technical documentation, and developing manufacturing tooling
• Represent engineering at trade shows and conferences, offering technical and sales support

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or 10-15 years of equivalent electrical engineering experience (A Master's degree is preferred)
• 15+ years experience in mechanical or preferably electrical engineering, with 7+ years in a design/new product development role
• 5+ years' experience in managing a team and 5 years in project management, with a proven ability to inspire and execute plans
• A stable work history (at least 3 years per job), excellent interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and outstanding technical aptitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of SolidWorks (CAD) and experience in pipeline, power utility, corrosion, or cathodic protection industries is preferred