Engineering Manager (Power Distribution Equipment Exp. Req.)
Location: ~30 miles NE of Houston, TX (Onsite: M-Th, WFH: F)
Salary: $140,000–$200,000 + Quarterly Bonuses ($800–$2,500 Each) + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (3% match), Vacation, Generous Holidays
Job Type: Full-Time
Core Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm or 8:00am–5:00pm CT (Flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Travel: Minimal for customer meetings, site visits, and factory acceptance testing
Engineering Manager (Power Distribution Equipment Exp. Req.) Description
Our client in the electrical equipment manufacturing industry is looking for an Engineering Manager to join their team near Houston, TX. In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the design and development of highly customized power distribution equipment while overseeing engineering execution, technical quality, and team performance. The ideal candidate will have experience with power distribution equipment such as switchboards, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), or power distribution centers (PDCs). To be successful, you must be an effective people leader with strong engineering judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance management responsibilities with technical oversight. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturer where you can directly influence engineering operations while leading the development of highly customized electrical solutions.
Engineering Manager (Power Distribution Equipment Exp. Req.) Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop an electrical and structural engineering team with 6–8 direct reports
- Manage daily engineering operations (85%) while providing hands-on technical support (15%)
- Review and approve electrical and structural designs for custom power distribution equipment
- Review single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and equipment layouts
- Oversee structural designs for enclosures, skids, PDC buildings, and support structures
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot complex engineering and design challenges
- Prioritize engineering workloads to support production schedules and project deadlines
- Ensure designs comply with customer specifications and applicable electrical codes
- Lead engineering design reviews and communicate solutions with customers and stakeholders
- Collaborate with project management, production, procurement, sales, and quality teams
- Support manufacturing operations and engineering activities on the shop floor as needed
- Develop and improve engineering standards, documentation, and design processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering quality & efficiency
Engineering Manager (Power Distribution Equipment Exp. Req.) Qualifications
- 7+ years of progressive engineering experience is required
- Experience leading & managing a multidisciplinary engineering team is required
- Experience in designing or supporting power distribution equipment is required
- Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and industry standards is required
- Ability to work on-site Monday- Thursday is required (Fridays: work from home option available)
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Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please note your experience related to switchboards, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), or power distribution centers (PDCs).
- This is a hybrid position. Do you have any concerns commuting to Crosby, TX, Monday-Thursday (work from home on Fridays)? Where are you located?
- The base salary range for this role is $140,000–$200,000 plus quarterly bonuses ($800–$2,500/each). Is that within an acceptable range for you?
- Why does this role interest you & why are you the best candidate?
- LinkedIn profile, if available:
Experience:
- progressive engineering: 7 years (Required)
- team management: 1 year (Required)
- power distribution equipment: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
