Explore Electrical Engineering Manager opportunities that combine technical expertise with team leadership. These professionals guide the design, development, testing, and delivery of electrical systems and products, helping organizations meet performance, safety, quality, and business goals. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Electrical Engineering Managers lead engineers and technical teams across projects such as power distribution, control systems, electronics, embedded hardware, and product development. They set priorities, coordinate schedules and budgets, review technical designs, manage risks, and work with partners in manufacturing, operations, quality, and product teams. Depending on the organization, they may also contribute hands-on expertise to architecture, testing, compliance, or troubleshooting.
Employers commonly look for a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, substantial engineering experience, and a track record leading projects or teams. Useful strengths include electrical design and systems knowledge, project planning, resource management, clear communication, and the ability to coach engineers. Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety requirements, design tools, and regulatory processes may also be important. Requirements vary by role and industry.
Electrical Engineering Managers work in industries including energy, utilities, aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, industrial automation, semiconductor manufacturing, and consumer electronics. Career paths may lead to senior engineering leadership, director-level roles, technical program management, or broader product and operations leadership. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.
Search Ladders for vetted Electrical Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review opportunities that match your experience, leadership goals, and technical background, and take the next step in your engineering management career.
Director, Engineering - Substation
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Lead a high-performing engineering team to oversee substation projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving innovation and operational excellence across the organizatio...
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Senior Manager, Energy Development
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Champion the future of energy development by leading regional strategies, managing utility relationships, and driving contract negotiations. This role balances strategic oversight with tactical execut...
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Senior Construction Manager - Distribution Line
$110K - $130K *
Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...
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Forensic Electrical Engineer & Technical Lead, US
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Lead the charge in forensic electrical investigations, guiding a team through complex analyses of system failures and providing expert insights. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure h...
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Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...
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Senior Project Manager - MicroElectronics
$100K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading complex water treatment projects. As a Project Manager, you'll guide a skilled team, ensuring project success from initiation to completion while maintaining quality...
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Field Construction Project Manager - Substation
$110K - $130K *
Optimize project outcomes by managing electric utility substation construction. Ensure compliance with safety, budget, and scheduling goals while coordinating effectively with contractors and stakehol...
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Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...
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Senior Project Manager-MEP Building Automation Controls
$110K - $130K *
Manage and lead complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and collaboration. Elevate your career in a...
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Senior Project Manager-MEP Building Automation Controls
$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing client relationships and project teams. Drive innovation in project delivery and enha...
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Senior Project Manager-MEP Building Automation Controls
$110K - $130K *
Lead critical infrastructure projects for financial services clients, managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while mentoring junior managers...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager - Mobile
$239K - $298K *
Champion a high-performing mobile engineering team to innovate financial tools, fostering collaboration and mentorship while driving product development across iOS and Android platforms for a dynamic...
4 weeks ago
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Elevate innovation at the forefront of foodtech, agritech, and infrastructure. Lead strategic initiatives, build ecosystems, and drive new ventures to shape the future landscape of Mitsubishi Electric...
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Engineering Manager, Active Sensors (LiDAR)
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Drive the development of advanced machine learning systems for autonomous trucks, leading a team in perception capabilities. Oversee the complete lifecycle from data requirements to deployment, ensuri...
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Sr. Engineer, Project Engineering
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Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...
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Empower your career by shaping design systems that enhance user experience. Collaborate with teams to build high-quality, interactive UI across platforms, ensuring accessibility and performance while...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of design engineering by developing innovative systems that enhance user experience across web and mobile platforms. Your expertise will drive quality and perform...
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Join a team that's redefining power systems engineering by leading advanced studies in T&D, enhancing software tools, and fostering collaboration across projects to drive innovation and efficiency in...
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Project Manager - Natural Gas Projects
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Empower the future of energy by leading complex natural gas power projects. Drive execution from development to commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with d...
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Lead Electrical Quality Assurance/Quality Control Specialist 1 - Construction Management
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Drive quality assurance excellence in heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety standards are met throughout all phases. Collaborate with contractors to enhance performanc...
4 days ago
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Technical Program Manager-Flight Software
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Drive the planning and execution of Flight Software development programs, ensuring seamless coordination between engineering and program management for timely delivery of spacecraft software systems...
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Engineering Materials Manager (Remote)
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading materials management for a Nuclear Development project. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and vendors to ensure effective planning and execution, driving project s...
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Mechanical Engineering Manager Energy - Remote
$119K - $199K *
Drive the design and development of mechanical systems for nuclear projects. Lead a team of engineers, manage performance, and interface with senior management to ensure project success and alignment...
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What does an Electrical Engineering Manager do?
An Electrical Engineering Manager leads engineering teams and projects involving electrical systems or products. Typical responsibilities include setting technical priorities, reviewing designs, managing schedules and resources, coordinating with other departments, and supporting quality and safety goals.
What qualifications are common for Electrical Engineering Manager jobs?
Many roles require a degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline, significant engineering experience, and experience leading projects or teams. Employers may also seek expertise in a relevant technical area, project management, communication, and applicable industry standards.
What industries hire Electrical Engineering Managers?
Employers hire Electrical Engineering Managers in areas such as energy and utilities, aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, industrial automation, semiconductors, and electronics.
How much do Electrical Engineering Managers earn?
Compensation varies based on factors such as location, industry, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Where can I find Electrical Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Electrical Engineering Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.