Electrical Engineer Manager

KPI Solutions•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer Manager is responsible for end‑to‑end execution of all brownfield projects and small-medium greenfield projects, with accountability for engineering delivery, cost control, schedule adherence, and risk management. This role provides dedicated leadership for high‑risk, execution‑heavy work, ensuring predictable delivery while protecting margin. The Engineering Manager operates as the primary execution owner, engineering resource manager, subcontractor quality manager. This individual must be knowledgeable of all projects being worked on by their team so that they can support their engineers’ needs and help them resolve project issues. This role will require strong interpersonal and communication skills with enhanced multi-tasking abilities across engineering, project management, procurement, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have the ability to support company, and client needs while also promoting individual success and inspiring their employees to grow within the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or related field). Equivalent experience may be considered.
8+ years of experience in Controls and/or Electrical Engineering
3+ years leading engineering teams or project execution.
Proven experience delivering brownfield automation or material handling projects.
Strong understanding of: PLC‑based controls systems, safety PLCs, and machine automation (Rockwell preferred; Siemens/others a plus).
Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Profinet, etc.).
AutoCAD Electrical to design electrical schematics, panel layouts, and system diagrams.
Electrical system design and implementation
Commissioning and site execution challenges
Prior experience defining and working with software/PLC interfaces.
Familiarity with SCADA/HMI platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk View preferred).
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical and controls issues efficiently.
Ability to lead technical conversations with customers and cross-functional teams.
Experience managing engineering cost, EACs, forecasts, schedules.
Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on effective oral and written communication
Capable of managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Ability to manage a diverse engineering staff located both in office and remote and comfortable mentoring and guiding engineers.

Responsibilities

Manage engineering resources to keep them fully utilized on internal and client projects.
Recruit and interview possible engineering candidates when additional resources are needed.
Oversee training and mentoring of engineering personnel.
Execute annual performance reviews for engineering staff and recommend raises or promotions when appropriate.
Develop and maintain department standards while making sure that these standards are followed by all employees for all projects.
Manage day‑to‑day engineering activities across design, implementation, commissioning, and close‑out, ensuring adherence to project schedules, scope, and cost targets.
Collaborate with executive team to develop department goals and individual development goals for engineering staff.
Work with clients and other KPI employees to develop the proper material handling system and equipment to suit the client’s needs.
Lead design reviews and attend client meetings to support project engineers.
Support vendor factory acceptance testing or first article inspections.
Oversee Electrical and controls subcontractors.