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 *

Advance the design and implementation of electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration across teams from concept to production...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Explore a pivotal role in high-speed analog layout design, leading complex IP block development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure silicon success while mentoring junior engineers in a...

Irvine, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of advanced optical communication systems by leading the layout design of complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silic...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in high-speed analog layout design, driving complex IP block development for cutting-edge optical communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and m...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project management processes for a VHA client team. Utilize your expertise to enhance strategic planning, decision-making, and execution while collaborating with senior s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading structural engineering reviews for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to optimize design, support financing, and deliver actionable insights...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the physical design of advanced SoCs, optimizing performance through innovative methodologies, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful tapeout readiness...

Irvine, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize physical design processes for complex SoCs, ensuring high performance and reliability through effective collaboration and advanced methodologies. Drive automation and lead cross-functional te...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading the Aircraft Engineering team in developing and certifying innovative connectivity systems for commercial aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while f...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team, guiding their growth while actively contributing to software development. Collaborate across functions to align goals and foster an inclusive culture, driv...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the start-up and commissioning of critical power systems for large-scale data centers. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder manag...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $181K *

Transform the renewable energy landscape by leading generator modeling efforts throughout project lifecycles. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in modeling processes...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving operational excellence. Lead on-site teams, manage budgets, and collaborate w...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance our market strategy by leveraging technical expertise to identify and pursue opportunities in Distribution Planning, Design, and Grid Modernization, while building strong relationships with ut...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in manufacturing operations. As a strategic partner, you'll enhance profitability through insightful analysis, budgeting, and capital management while f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Lead estimating efforts by developing precise project estimates, analyzing impacts, and guiding teams. Leverage expertise in construction methods and cost structures to support project pursuits and dr...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading high-stakes proposals for public agencies in the rail and transit sector. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and craft compelling narratives to elevate project pursuits and...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$118K - $204K *

Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead multiple real estate projects in financial services, managing planning, execution, and closeout with a focus on MEP systems and automation. Your strategic insight will drive su...

Detroit, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

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.