Manager, Electrical Engineering (Power Systems & Controls)

Job Title: Manager, Electrical Engineering (Power Systems & Controls)
Location: Marietta, Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary: Up to $220,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Position Summary

We are looking for a seasoned Electrical Engineering Manager to oversee a team focused on the design and development of power electronics and protection systems used in commercial and industrial settings.

This role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, making it ideal for someone who can guide engineering efforts while also developing and supporting a high-performing team.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers
• Provide subject matter expertise in electrical system design, including power distribution, controls, and protection systems
• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple concurrent projects
• Manage resource planning, timelines, risk factors, and project deliverables
• Work cross-functionally with project management, manufacturing, quality, and product development teams
• Establish team goals, priorities, and performance standards
• Lead design initiatives related to power protection systems for both new development and existing products
• Develop technical specifications and contribute to subsystem design for critical applications
• Serve as a technical lead on new product development projects
• Translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and coaching sessions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• 8+ years of experience in electrical system design
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Strong ability to make sound decisions in high-pressure situations
• Experience working with power distribution systems, industrial controls, or critical power infrastructure

Preferred Background

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) or similar advanced degree
• 5+ years of experience in power systems or power electronics design
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects and teams
  Familiarity with engineering change processes (ECNs), bill of materials (BOMs), and product documentation systems
• Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD and Altium
• Knowledge of reliability and testing methods (dFMEA, HALT)
• Strong hands-on lab and troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of electrical compliance standards (UL, IEC, EMC)
• Knowledge of magnetics related to power conversion
• Experience with wide-bandgap (WBG) devices, modeling, and application
• Background in control systems and embedded software development

What Were Looking For

• A confident leader who can guide teams and projects effectively
• Strong communicator who can engage with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Calm and decisive in fast-paced or high-pressure environments
• Driven to deliver high-quality engineering solutions
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement

Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be someone who can confidently lead, communicate effectively across all levels, and remain calm under pressure while driving technical excellence and innovation.