Electrical Engineering Department Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a team of electrical engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Implement comprehensive training programs, including onboarding, technical skill enhancement, continuing education support, and professional development planning (including PE licensure and specialized certifications).
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify opportunities for employee growth and advancement.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the Electrical Department that align with the company's overall business objectives and anticipate future trends and technological advancements in the high-tech manufacturing sector.
• Develop and execute workforce planning strategies to ensure the department is appropriately staffed with the necessary skills and expertise to meet current and future project demands.
• Partner in recruitment and hiring efforts for the Electrical Department, attracting and retaining top talent in the high-tech facilities design sector.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the electrical engineering department, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and client expectations across high-tech and industrial facilities design-build projects.
• Oversee the implementation of advanced electrical design concepts and equipment.
• Direct and review short circuit analysis, coordination studies, arc flash analysis, load flow studies, and power quality assessments.
• Guide the design of efficient and code-compliant lighting systems, including specialized lighting for cleanrooms and controlled environments.
• Ensure robust lightning protection system design and grounding electrode system design.
• Collaborate closely with leads from other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within complex facility designs.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts, incorporating lessons learned into departmental workflows and leveraging Microsoft Copilot to streamline technical report generation, design reviews, and coordination efforts.
• Drive technical innovation within the department, evaluating and implementing new technologies, design tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, designs, and technical accuracy.
• Serve as the technical authority for the Electrical Department, providing expert guidance on complex engineering challenges, performing critical design reviews, and ensuring the technical quality and constructability of all deliverables.
• Oversee the technical execution, budget management, and schedule performance of all electrical engineering design projects, intervening as necessary to resolve issues and ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget for the Electrical Department, controlling expenses, monitoring financial performance, and driving profitability.
• Implement and refine departmental processes, workflows, and quality control procedures to optimize efficiency and deliver high-quality engineering deliverables.
• Participate in business development activities, including building and maintaining client relationships, leading technical presentations, contributing to proposal development, and representing the company at industry events.
• Identify opportunities for expanding the department's service offerings and technical capabilities in response to market demands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• An active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of practice or the ability to obtain reciprocity within an agreed upon timeframe is highly desirable.
• Established experience and knowledge of electrical engineering principles, techniques, and along with relevant experience with electrical engineering design for industrial, advanced manufacturing, or high-tech facilities.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership and/or management roles with direct reports, demonstrated a proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a technical team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, project teams, and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to develop and manage departmental budgets and financial performance and experience with business development activities, including client interaction and proposal support.

Pay

Salary Range: $140,000 - $190,000/year depending on location, education, depth of relevant experience, and any specialized licensure/certifications.

Benefits

• Includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching).
• Opportunities for professional development and training (including support for relevant licensure & certifications).
• Generous PTO & paid holidays.