Software/ Electrical Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering disciplines and business functions to deliver complete, field-ready electrical solutions.
• Partner closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical Support to define, scope, prioritize, and coordinate engineering work across all product lines; own the work intake process and ensure engineering capacity is balanced across competing demands.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for the design and development of electrical systems, power & signal distribution, PLC/HMI software, and machine controls across our material handling product line.
• Provide technical guidance and approval on electrical schematics, wire harness drawings, and cable schedules; maintain sufficient technical depth in E-Plan (ECAD) to effectively review, guide, and approve team deliverables.
• Ensure electrical systems meet applicable performance, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external industry electrical, electronic, and controls partners to enhance development capabilities.
• Partner with vehicle systems experts and controls suppliers to craft a comprehensive electrical system development and validation strategy.
• Lead significant cross-functional engineering initiatives beyond day-to-day departmental management, taking full project management ownership of scope, schedule, resources, and stakeholder communication.
• Own team capacity planning, work intake, and resource allocation across competing priorities; manage the engineering backlog through Jira, ensuring all incoming work is properly scoped, estimated, and prioritized before engineering resources are committed.
• Coach, mentor, and provide direction to the software/electrical/electronic design team, fostering professional growth and technical proficiency.
• Establish, own, and continuously improve engineering standards, processes, and procedures across the department.
• Promote and maintain a high level of teamwork and collaboration.
• Assure staffing requirements are met.
• Estimate resources required to complete projects.
• Willing and able to collaborate with and lead international teams in various time zones.
• Develop and manage the department budget, including resource planning, staffing, and cost monitoring across the team.
• Coordinate team member performance evaluations, and goal setting.
• Interface with electrical and electronic component suppliers to understand the design, fabrication, and use of their components.
• Manage outsourced engineering resources, including work scoping, quality oversight, and performance management of engineering partners.
• Oversee the detailing and releasing of engineering drawings and schematics for components and systems for which you are responsible.
• Communicate department strategy, project status, and team performance to senior leadership on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
• A master’s degree in a related engineering field is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience working in an engineering capacity supporting product development with a particular focus on electrical systems, power & signal distribution, PLC/HMI software, and machine controls in the material handling, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, or other heavy equipment industry.
• 5 plus years of supervisory experience is essential, with a track record of leading successful teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of design and development practices, with a focus on designing electrical and electronic systems for heavy machinery.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a specialized team effectively.
• Skilled in applying technical knowledge to support and enhance engineering practices.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with the engineering team and external partners.
• Capable of managing multiple development projects under tight deadlines with a focus on safety and quality.
• Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures.
• Proficiency with ECAD tools (E-Plan or equivalent); familiarity with PLC programming and HMI development environments preferred.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems for software configuration management preferred.