Manager, Electrical Engineering (Clipper)

Longroad Energy • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.1 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning, and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US. Job Purpose The Manager, Electrical Engineering leads the redesign, repair and continuous improvement of wind turbine and renewable energy production components. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership to guide engineering personnel in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to safety, quality and operations excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or Master’s in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
• 10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including 3 years in an engineering management or supervisory role within a manufacturing or energy environment.
• Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA, UL, and OSHA electrical standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Creo/Pro-E or equivalent 3D design software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Expert knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and electrical PPE protocols.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or equivalent business education.
• Experience in renewable energy or power generation industries
• Strong background in renewable power conversion systems
• Familiarity with PCB design.
• Team-oriented, with a passion for high-quality work and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate technical teams.
• Professional, composed, and collaborative demeanor.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Working knowledge of quality measurement systems.
• Comfortable working hands-on with electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the Clipper Engineering Department, setting priorities and goals aligned with Longroad Energy’s annual objectives.
• Establish, track, and report key performance metrics to measure departmental effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and repair methods through technical knowledge of product design, materials, tooling, production equipment, assembly, and quality control standards.
• Provide expert-level technical support to enhance production and quality processes.
• Oversee all Clipper technical writing activities, ensuring accuracy, clarity and compliance.
• Lead initiatives to identify, evaluate, and implement new tools, fixtures, and equipment to improve manufacturing and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality and process issues, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Purchasing, Materials, Production Planning, Finance, and other internal teams to align engineering capabilities/solutions with production needs.
• Support the development and training of assembly teams on new or improved processes.
• Participate as an active member of the Clipper leadership team, contributing to financial planning, production strategy, and annual operating plans.
• Drive waste reduction by analyzing and minimizing scrap, rework, and inefficiencies.

Benefits

• We provide our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers.
• Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time.
• We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood.
• Learn more about our employee benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees