Manager, Electrical Systems Engineering

Job Title: Manager, Electrical Systems Engineering
Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Up to $220,000, based on experience

Position Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on the design and development of power electronics and protection systems for commercial and industrial environments. This role combines hands-on technical oversight with team leadership and project coordination.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of electrical engineers
• Provide technical direction across electrical design, including power distribution, control systems, and protection schemes
• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple concurrent projects
• Manage resource allocation, timelines, project risks, and deliverables
• Partner with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, product development, and project management
• Establish team goals, priorities, and performance expectations
• Lead engineering efforts related to power protection systems in both production and new development
• Develop technical specifications and contribute to subsystem design for high-reliability applications
• Serve as a technical lead for new product initiatives
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Conduct regular team check-ins, performance evaluations, and coaching sessions
• Support innovation initiatives, technology planning, and intellectual property development

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• 8 or more years of experience in electrical design
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or management capacity
• Strong decision-making ability in fast-paced or high-pressure environments
• Experience with power distribution equipment, industrial controls, or critical power systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5 or more years of experience in power systems or power electronics design
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects and teams
• Familiarity with engineering change processes, BOMs, and product documentation systems
• Experience using tools such as AutoCAD, Altium, and design validation methods including dFMEA and HALT
• Strong troubleshooting and hands-on lab experience
• Knowledge of UL, IEC, and EMC compliance standards
• Understanding of magnetics in power conversion systems
• Experience with wide-bandgap switching technologies, simulation tools, and application design
• Background in control systems and embedded programming

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for a leader who can guide teams with confidence, communicate effectively across functions, and maintain composure in demanding situations while driving technical excellence and innovation.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.