Electrical Engineering Manager

Electrical Engineering Manager

Position Type: Direct Hire

Position Location: Dallas, TX

Position Salary: $150,000 - $160,000 (Depending on Experience) + Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Electrical Engineering Manager provides strategic and technical leadership for the electrical engineering department.
• Responsible for overseeing engineering operations, driving innovation, and ensuring successful execution of projects through hands-on guidance and tactical flexibility.
• This role requires a strong technical engineering background, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to drive engineering excellence and project success.
• Execute long-term engineering strategies and align them with company goals, regulatory frameworks, and industry advancements.
• Champion initiatives related to innovation and modernization within the industry.
• Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and test technicians, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Represents engineering in strategic customer engagements; builds and maintains strong relationships with key customers.
• Leads cross-functional initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and product reliability; participates in shaping customer strategy and retention in partnership with business development group.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, and validation of electrical systems and components for new and existing products related to substations, switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and power distribution.
• Drives collaboration with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineering, project management, and manufacturing to ensure design for manufacturability.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to meet operational and strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company quality standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to guide strategic planning and innovation.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of engineering staff.
• Provide technical guidance and decision-making support on complex engineering challenges.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, including 2+ years in a leadership role
• Technical knowledge of protection & control systems, medium voltage switchgear protection, low voltage systems for substation control buildings for AC & DC power, and power systems analysis.
• Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, NEC, and other industry applicable standards and codes.
• Proven track record of managing engineering teams and complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, tools, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budget management and strategic planning.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is not required but is preferred.

Benefits:

• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K + Matching
• Bonuses
• PTO