Design Engineering Manager

UEC Electronics, LLC

$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
  • 7+ years of engineering leadership experience in electromechanical and power systems.
  • 3+ years in personnel management roles.
  • Experienced in design and manufacturing of lithium-ion power products.
  • Proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams from concept to production.
  • Strong communication skills for customer interface.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering teams across Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering focusing on lithium-ion power products.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and identify growth opportunities for products.
  • Act as the main technical contact with customers throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Develop technical specifications and manage engineering resources efficiently.
  • Support proposal preparation and bid strategy with technical expertise.
  • Maintain engineering processes for consistency and effectiveness.
  • Ensure projects comply with quality standards and exceed customer expectations.
  • Oversee transition from product design to manufacturing, emphasizing lithium-ion products.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within a growing sector.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge technology development and implementation.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Focus on innovation in renewable energy solutions.
  • Involvement in customer-facing projects that enhance communication skills.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities & Duties
  • Provide strong leadership and direction to Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering teams, with a primary focus on lithium-ion power products.
  • Serve as a key participant in evaluating emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for future product growth and development.
  • Act as the primary technical interface with customers and provide engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Lead technical specification development, requirements definition, verification and validation planning, and engineering resource management.
  • Provide technical leadership and support for proposal preparation, evaluation, and bid strategy activities.
  • Own and maintain engineering processes and procedures to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
  • Ensure engineering projects comply with UEC quality standards and meet or exceed customer expectations.
  • Lead the transition of product designs into manufacturing, with particular emphasis on lithium-ion power products.


Requirements

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of engineering leadership experience with a proven track record in electromechanical control systems and power systems.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of personnel management experience.
  • Experience in the design and manufacturing of lithium-ion power products.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and bring products successfully from concept through production.
  • Strong customer interface and communication skills.

Work Requirements/Condition
  • Work performed in a manufacturing and production environment.
  • Extended periods of standing may be required; seating is available at all workstations.
  • Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently.
  • Frequent use of hands for operating equipment, computers, and hand tools.
  • May require bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
  • Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses in designated areas.
  • Must wear company-issued smock or ESD-protective garments where required.
  • Compliance with all company safety policies and procedures is mandatory.

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