Job Title: Manager, Electrical Engineering
Job ID: OOJ-39839
Location: Mankato, Minnesota, USA
Compensation: $145,000 – $175,000 base (DOE) + top-tier benefits
Relocation: Full relocation assistance provided
Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire
Citizenship: U.S. Citizens only (no sponsorship)
A leading designer and manufacturer of consumer electrical and electronic products is seeking a Manager, Electrical Engineering to lead a talented group of engineers in the design and development of innovative, high-performance solutions.
This individual will provide both strategic leadership and technical contribution, ensuring product designs meet cost, performance, and schedule objectives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with a background in circuit design, electronic systems integration, and cross-functional product development.
Lead a team of electrical and electronics engineers in designing, developing, and validating next-generation consumer products.
Provide daily technical oversight, coaching, and performance direction for engineering staff.
Manage multiple projects from concept through launch, ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and schedule objectives.
Drive innovation through the integration of emerging technologies and continuous improvement in design practices.
Review, evaluate, and approve designs for compliance with technical and safety standards.
Partner cross-functionally with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and product management to ensure manufacturability and cohesive design execution.
Allocate resources, set priorities, and develop departmental budgets aligned with organizational objectives.
Serve as a subject matter expert in electrical design, testing, and validation processes.
Research and evaluate vendors, contractors, and technologies to support ongoing product development initiatives.
Promote best practices in engineering documentation, design review, and reliability testing.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Master’s preferred).
7–15 years of progressive experience in electrical/electronic design and development, including at least 5 years in a technical leadership or management role.
Proven success leading teams in the design of complex, innovative electronic products from concept through production.
Strong understanding of electrical and electronic circuit design, testing, and validation.
Familiarity with plastic injection molded part design, die casting, metal stamping, and mechanical integration.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and modern CAD/simulation tools (e.g., Altium, PSpice, MATLAB, etc.).
Demonstrated business acumen with experience balancing cost, schedule, and performance targets.
Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
Advanced technical knowledge in electrical/electronic circuit design, simulation, and testing.
Effective at leading, developing, and motivating technical teams to achieve project goals.
Capable of integrating cross-disciplinary inputs (mechanical, manufacturing, quality) into cohesive product designs.
Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
High integrity, professionalism, and ability to represent engineering within a cross-functional leadership team.
This is a visible, high-impact role with a respected manufacturer known for product innovation, technical depth, and long-term market stability. The position offers the ability to influence new product design direction while mentoring a skilled engineering team in a modern, collaborative environment.
Full relocation assistance is provided, and the organization offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.