Manager Electrical Engineering #ESF2688

ExpertHiring•Mankato, MN

14h

About The Position

This organization designs and develops innovative consumer electrical and electronic products, bringing complex ideas from concept through launch with a strong focus on quality, performance, and manufacturability. They are seeking a hands-on Manager of Electrical Engineering who can lead and develop a team of engineers while also directly contributing to electrical design, driving projects forward, and integrating modern technologies into new product development. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, proven people leadership, and experience delivering complex consumer products to market.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
7+ years of electrical engineering experience, including leadership of complex consumer electronic product designs.
Demonstrated experience managing and developing engineering teams while remaining technically hands-on.
Advanced expertise in electrical/electronic circuit design, evaluation, and testing.
Proven ability to lead projects from concept through production and successfully launch products to market.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with mechanical engineering and manufacturing teams.
Working knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes such as plastic injection molding, die casting, extrusions, stamping, and mechanical assemblies.
Solid business acumen with an understanding of product cost, manufacturing impacts, and budget management.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and advanced engineering analysis, simulation, and design tools.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers across multiple concurrent product development projects.
Provide daily technical oversight and hands-on contribution to electrical and electronic design, development, testing, and validation.
Manage projects from concept through production launch, including schedules, milestones, cost targets, and technical requirements.
Review and evaluate designs to ensure compliance with engineering standards, development guidelines, and quality objectives.
Drive innovation by researching and integrating new technologies, tools, and best practices into product designs and processes.
Collaborate closely with mechanical, thermal, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and manufacturable designs.
Establish and maintain engineering design practices that maximize productivity, quality, and efficiency.
Serve as a subject matter expert to resolve complex technical challenges and support internal and external stakeholders.
Manage vendor relationships and oversee contracted development efforts as needed.
Plan resources, allocate budgets, and support departmental growth and long-term technical strategy.
Partner with HR on hiring, performance management, employee development, and team engagement initiatives.