Engineering Manager- Industrial Controls

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of complex engineering control panel projects from concept through release to manufacturing.
• Lead projects to drive product extension and/or standardization activities.
• Provide technical oversight and approval for electrical designs, including panel layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control logic/software diagrams, and manufacturing documentation.
• Interpret customer specifications and ensure technical requirements are met.
• Partner with account managers and customers to define scope, manage expectations and resolve technical issues.
• Manage and develop key supplier relationships for control panel components and assemblies, including technical reviews of quotations, feedback on performance, and collaboration on cost, quality and delivery improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., UL 508A, NEC, CE 60204-1/61439, IEC, ATEX, hazardous area requirements) for power and control panels.
• Mentor engineers and designers; support skill development and performance feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and change control processes.
• Prioritize and allocate team workload to meet business objectives and delivery commitments.

Qualifications

• Must Have:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or related discipline).
• 8+ years of experience in industrial control panel and/or thermal systems design.
• Demonstrated leadership or project management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical and mechanical codes and standards, including hazardous area classifications.
• Experience with customer-facing technical discussions.
• Experience reviewing and approving engineering documentation.
• Able to communicate and interact effectively with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Additional Success Factors

• Project Management training or certification.
• Knowledge of change control and configuration management.
• Lean or Six Sigma training and continuous improvement experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Solidworks CAD, Solidworks Electrical, Eplan, or equivalent mechanical and electrical design tools.