Electrical Engineering Manager

The New Product Development (NPD) Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of innovative products from concept through production, ensuring they meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule goals. This role oversees and mentors a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering a high-performance culture and actively developing technical talent to support both product needs. The NPD Engineering Manager plays a critical role in driving technical excellence, project execution, and cross‑functional collaboration with product management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams. Key Responsibilities Manage multi-facility global design teams in a Stage‑Gate process. Coordinate activities of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to complete designs, build test units, and create documentation. Manage resources to meet workload and schedule commitments, delegating tasks and responsibilities. Develop schedules and coordinate projects of all complexity levels with minimal supervision. Prepare and monitor project budgets. Ensure project designs meet specification and standard requirements while promoting error‑proof assembly. Coordinate with specification writers to ensure feasibility. Ensure design personnel utilize Lean design and manufacturing processes and follow good design control practices. Deliver innovative designs that meet profit, cost, quality, and time‑to‑market metrics. Oversee construction and testing of prototype components or assemblies as required in the development and approval process. Ensure designs follow established procedures for creating and maintaining CAD databases and libraries. Participate in the review of engineering drawings prior to release to manufacture. Provide final approval of applicable drawings. Proactively identify and mitigate risks to the project. Develop test plans based on D/PFMEA aligned with project specifications, industry standards, and G&W reliability and validation requirements. Ensure testing complies with the test plan and meets or exceeds G&W requirements. Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting on new and existing products and processes. Work with third‑party vendors and partners to develop high‑quality, low‑cost design options. Interface with purchasing and vendors in the selection and approval of component parts and assemblies. Prepare written documentation of processes, material requirements, test results, and project activity as required. Create or revise G&W standards as needed. Continuously improve engineering processes including DFX, product costs, quality, and lead times. Participate in industry organizations (associations, standards committees, etc.) to stay informed of and influence industry activities. Provide engineering support to Sales/Marketing and Manufacturing on new and existing products and processes. Help train departmental teams on the application and customer use of G&W products. Consult with customer representatives to discuss product requirements and specifications when design or manufacturing problems arise. Develop direct reports’ work skills to improve department quality, throughput, and reduce scrap/rework. Work with individuals regarding company competencies and personal growth plans. Rate performance of subordinates against job requirements, established goals, and company competencies. Coach, mentor, and influence others within the departmental structure while reinforcing mission, vision, and values. Educate and mentor to develop technical skill sets. Encourage innovative thought processes and “out‑of‑the‑box” thinking for design and manufacturing processes. Perform other duties as assigned. As a leader, be responsible for hire/fire decisions; performance appraisals; employee training and development; handle disciplinary problems. This job will be evaluated on these decisions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. 8+ years progressive experience in engineering design and/or development, including: Leading highly technical and innovative projects. Project management, team management, root‑cause analysis, and computer analysis programs. Medium/high voltage electrical power systems. Leading and reviewing DFMEA, PFMEA, and PPAP processes and documents. Leading development projects within a Stage‑Gate process. Strong technical knowledge in: Mechanical: Molded components, polycarbonate housings or mechanism design, castings, and metal fabricated parts. Electrical: Current and voltage sensors, power systems (protection, system analysis, and fault response). Ability to write/edit technical documents; test reports, engineering standards, industry technical papers. Excellent communication and mentoring skills. Proven experience with computers; Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project or equivalents. Preferably a published author and/or involved in industry publications. History of creativity, innovation, and initiative. A self‑starter driven to learn new methodologies. Benefits and Pay Typical pay is $111,828 – $160,000 annually. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications. This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Short and Long‑Term Disability Life Insurance Health club membership program and reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) Annual Profit Sharing Vacation Air‑conditioned/heated state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility EEO Statement G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E‑Verify process for all new hires. #J-18808-Ljbffr G&W Electric Co