Sr. Manager, Electrical & Embedded Systems Engineering

Ametek, Inc. • Aurora, IL

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About The Position

AMETEK’s Level Measurement Solutions (LMS) business is seeking a Sr. Manager – Electrical and Embedded Systems Engineering to lead the development of advanced electronic and embedded systems for industrial level measurement products. This role is responsible for managing a multidisciplinary engineering team, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful execution of product development initiatives aligned with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in electronic and embedded systems design
• 7+ years in a people management role with experience holding teams accountable to complete multiple tasks across a large array of projects on time and on budget.
• Strong expertise in embedded firmware development (e.g., C/C++), microcontroller architectures, and hardware design.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation, sensor technologies, and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, HART, CAN, Ethernet).
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as UL, CE, FCC, and hazardous location certifications (e.g., ATEX, IECEx).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical and embedded systems engineering team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance oversight.
• Oversee the design and development of analog and digital electronics, embedded firmware, and system integration for level measurement instruments.
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory standards across global markets.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, software, product management, and manufacturing teams to deliver cohesive product solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, development tools, and engineering processes.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to meet business objectives.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for issues in development, production, and field environments.
• Interface with suppliers and certification agencies to ensure compliance and quality.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry trends to guide strategic technical direction.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally to support team collaboration, supplier engagement, and product deployment.
• Perform other duties as required to support the success of the LMS business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager