Manager, Electrical Systems Engineering

Job Title: Manager, Electrical Systems Engineering
Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Up to $220,000, based on experience

Position Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on the design and development of power electronics and protection systems for commercial and industrial environments. This role combines hands-on technical oversight with team leadership and project coordination.

Job Title: Manager, Electrical Systems Engineering
Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Up to $220,000, based on experience

Position Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on the design and development of power electronics and protection systems for commercial and industrial environments. This role combines hands-on technical oversight with team leadership and project coordination.

Core Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and support a team of electrical engineers
Provide technical direction across electrical design, including power distribution, control systems, and protection schemes
Coordinate engineering activities across multiple concurrent projects
Manage resource allocation, timelines, project risks, and deliverables
Partner with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, product development, and project management
Establish team goals, priorities, and performance expectations
Lead engineering efforts related to power protection systems in both production and new development
Develop technical specifications and contribute to subsystem design for high-reliability applications
Serve as a technical lead for new product initiatives
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Conduct regular team check-ins, performance evaluations, and coaching sessions
Support innovation initiatives, technology planning, and intellectual property development

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
8 or more years of experience in electrical design
At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or management capacity
Strong decision-making ability in fast-paced or high-pressure environments
Experience with power distribution equipment, industrial controls, or critical power systems

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
5 or more years of experience in power systems or power electronics design
Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects and teams
Familiarity with engineering change processes, BOMs, and product documentation systems
Experience using tools such as AutoCAD, Altium, and design validation methods including dFMEA and HALT
Strong troubleshooting and hands-on lab experience
Knowledge of UL, IEC, and EMC compliance standards
Understanding of magnetics in power conversion systems
Experience with wide-bandgap switching technologies, simulation tools, and application design
Background in control systems and embedded programming

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a leader who can guide teams with confidence, communicate effectively across functions, and maintain composure in demanding situations while driving technical excellence and innovation.