Electrical Engineering Manager Jobs

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.

What Does an Electrical Engineering Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

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.

Industries and Career Opportunities

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.

Find Electrical Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$240K - $330K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of machine learning by leading a high-performing group dedicated to optimizing data pipelines and enhancing perception modeling. Drive innovation and collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$190K - $220K *

Partner with us to tackle complex engineering challenges, leveraging deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS. Collaborate closely with our VP of Engineering to innovate and deliver impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team by overseeing operations, mentoring staff, and aligning product vision with business needs. Drive high-impact initiatives in a fast-paced environment while promotin...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $198K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by leading test strategy and execution for customer implementations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality, mitigate risks, and establish scalable testi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming data accessibility for product teams and AI agents. Oversee a team of data engineers to build a robust platform that ensures secure, reliable data usage across the orga...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $210K *

Lead the charge in strategic communications, partnering with senior leaders to enhance executive, employee, and corporate messaging that drives business priorities and strengthens reputation across th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $193K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and technology by leading integration product management for enterprise security capabilities across multiple business units, ensuring streamlined a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead and shape a high-performing Security Engineering and Operations team, driving proactive threat management and strategic engineering initiatives across North America while enhancing operational ef...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $180K *

Drive growth by collaborating with OEMs across North America, identifying market opportunities, and building key relationships to enhance adoption of innovative measurement solutions in diverse indust...

Chanhassen, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Lead water infrastructure strategies, ensuring efficient design and compliance across data center projects. Collaborate with teams to secure agreements and manage risks, enhancing sustainability and c...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $234K *

Empower the Integrations team to scale impact by leading third-party integrations, creating reusable capabilities, and fostering a collaborative culture that drives effective delivery and continuous i...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $176K *

Innovate solutions by leading mechanical engineering projects to enhance production processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize equipment and systems, ensuring safety a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers in cloud operations, driving reliability and automation. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance mission-critical services for government cl...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $121K *

Join a team that's pivotal in delivering large-scale PMO projects, managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications. Drive cost control and enhance project performance through expert planni...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$156K - $178K *

Advance the ERP landscape by leading transformation initiatives, optimizing solutions, and managing a skilled technical team to enhance organizational efficiency and support strategic goals. Drive mod...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions for diverse government projects, leveraging 15+ years of leadership experience to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence in military and feder...

Virginia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading regional teams in delivering innovative data center designs, focusing on AI technologies. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic direction and en...

Coppell, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $181K *

Optimize document control processes by leading the Information Branch, ensuring accurate and accessible records management for a major industrial program while coordinating with various stakeholders a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$228K - $285K *

Transform the design landscape by leading a talented team to elevate visual and interaction quality in financial software. Drive innovation, simplify complex workflows, and inspire designers to delive...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $126K *

Take ownership of managing construction projects, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery while collaborating with vendors and adhering to guidelines. Drive process improvements and maintain comprehensive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering exceptional accounting services to diverse clients. Drive operational improvements, manage multi-client relationships, and lead a talented team to achieve fina...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of compliance operations by managing SOC 2 audits and driving SOX and ISO 27001 initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance security compliance and streamline processes, en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Electrical Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse Electrical Engineering Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.