Sr. Engineering Manager (Electrical)
Gables Search Group · Knoxville, TN · 1 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
Privately-owned medical device manufacturer in east TN has immediate opening for a Sr. Engineering Manager who can lead a team of electrical and mechanical engineers in the development of high‑tech electromechanical systems for medical applications. The company enjoys a strong industry reputation and a track record of growth, operates in a highly collaborative, small‑team, high‑impact environment with minimal bureaucracy, and the role is primarily strategic (“high‑view”) with occasional hands‑on project work.
Responsibilities
- Support the development, testing, safety compliance, and production of electromechanical systems for medical devices.
- Develop and mentor engineering talent.
- Function effectively in a small team, high‑impact setting.
- Occasionally dive deeper into projects as needed.
Requirements
- BSEE or MSEE degree.
- 10+ years of engineering management experience in the medical device industry.
Qualifications
- Experience with complex, cutting‑edge medical devices involving high‑power RF amplifiers, high‑voltage and high‑current power supplies.
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional EE/ME teams.
- Strong mentoring and talent‑development skills.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, low‑bureaucracy environment.
Skills
- Team leadership and people management.
- Product design and development expertise.
- Knowledge of high‑power RF amplifiers, high‑voltage/high‑current power supplies.
- Ability to drive projects with minimal red tape.
- Strategic thinking combined with occasional hands‑on engineering.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance available.