Electrical Engineer Supervisor

Vollrath • Sheboygan, WI

70d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of Electrical Product Engineers and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Test Lab. This role requires a strong technical background in product engineering and a proven ability to manage and mentor a team. The supervisor will ensure that all testing procedures meet quality standards, that projects are completed on schedule, and that the team has the resources needed for success.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical based new product engineering or a similar role.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Power Electronics background and/or product control system development experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Deep knowledge of electrical product design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and testing equipment.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and actively support a team of Electrical Product Engineers, with both hardware and firmware expertise, in day-to-day engineering tasks for new product development.
• Provide technical direction and hands-on support in design reviews, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones and performance evaluations, fostering growth and accountability.
• Promote a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.
• Manage engineering project timelines, resources, technical specifications, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Development, and other departments to resolve technical challenges and drive product improvements.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively while remaining engaged in hands-on engineering work.
• Track progress, identify risks, and communicate updates to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Perform individual contributor design work for electronic product development.
• Oversee all aspects of the Engineering Test Lab, including lab staff, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and scheduling test execution to business needs.
• Develop, refine, and enforce standardized testing protocols to ensure product reliability and regulatory compliance to be aligned with industry best practices.
• Actively participate in test protocol and apparatus design for new and existing products.
• Champion process improvements in both engineering workflows and lab operations.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends to enhance team capabilities.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for product and test failures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree