Manager of Electrical Engineering – Power Distribution Equipment

Manager of Electrical Engineering – Power Distribution Equipment
Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Starting at $160,000+ depending on experience

Position Summary

A growing power systems manufacturing operation is seeking an experienced engineering leader to oversee the development and execution of low-voltage electrical distribution equipment projects. This role combines technical leadership, team management, and cross-functional coordination to support the successful delivery of complex switchboard and power distribution systems used in mission-critical environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in power distribution design, engineering leadership, and collaboration with manufacturing and project teams in a production-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and support a team of electrical and mechanical engineering professionals

• Promote accountability, collaboration, and timely completion of engineering deliverables

• Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and design packages

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering processes, documentation, and workflow efficiency

• Mentor team members and support technical growth and development

Power Distribution System Oversight

• Oversee engineering activities related to low-voltage switchboards and power distribution assemblies

• Guide design decisions involving breakers, bus systems, metering, controls, and protection schemes

• Ensure system designs align with customer requirements, one-line diagrams, and performance expectations

• Support design standardization and scalable product development initiatives

• Provide technical direction for UL 891 and UL 1558 applications

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production-ready and practical for fabrication

• Support sales and estimating groups with technical guidance, BOM reviews, and project scope clarification

• Participate in customer-facing discussions including design reviews and technical coordination meetings

• Work with supply chain and vendors regarding component selection and sourcing support

Compliance, Testing & Validation

• Ensure engineering activities comply with UL, NEC, and applicable industry standards

• Support factory testing, commissioning activities, and system validation processes

• Maintain documentation related to certifications, testing, and engineering verification requirements

Project Execution & Program Support

• Manage engineering schedules and priorities to support overall project timelines

• Identify technical challenges and implement risk mitigation strategies early in the project lifecycle

• Support execution of large-scale or technically complex projects from concept through delivery

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline

• Minimum 7 years of experience in power distribution equipment or switchboard system design

• Prior experience leading engineering teams or supervising technical personnel

• Strong knowledge of:

• UL standards and NEC requirements

• Low-voltage power distribution systems

• Switchboards and related electrical equipment

• Data center or mission-critical power applications

• Experience collaborating with manufacturing, project management, and cross-functional departments

Preferred Skills & Attributes:
• Strong leadership and communication abilities

• Ability to balance technical depth with operational priorities

• Experience managing multiple engineering projects simultaneously

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in fast-paced environments

Why Explore This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to lead engineering efforts supporting complex electrical distribution systems while influencing team development, product quality, and operational performance. Ideal for engineering leaders who enjoy combining technical expertise with strategic project execution in a manufacturing-focused environment.