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.

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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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$96K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team to support power system studies and engineering analyses, enhancing your technical skills while collaborating on transmission and distribution projects. Contribute to impactful sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $127K *

Join us to support power system studies and engineering analyses for transmission and distribution projects. Collaborate with teams, develop technical skills, and contribute to impactful energy soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Lead the electrical engineering design for large-scale energy infrastructure projects. Drive project success from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards and effective integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $139K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading electrical preconstruction efforts for mission-critical data center projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate estimates, manage trade partners, and drive...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$161K - $207K *

Lead complex engineering projects in power generation, providing oversight, project management, and technical guidance across multiple disciplines while mentoring teams for optimal performance and saf...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $194K *

Elevate the future of F-35 sustainment by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless support and innovative solutions for our custo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $217K *

Transform the future of manufacturing by leading Integration Engineering for new technologies. Drive product readiness, connect business demand with tech strategies, and ensure seamless transitions fr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by taking ownership of complex electrical design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative control systems, mentor junior designers, and drive technical excel...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading a team of engineers to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety. Drive strategic initiatives and manage projects to support significant annual sales while f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's driving product development excellence by coordinating cross-functional projects. You'll manage timelines, mitigate risks, and ensure successful execution while collaborating with d...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Deliver impactful leadership by managing multi-discipline nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and guiding successful execution from design to closeout while maintaining client relations...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by providing vital engineering support across multiple departments, ensuring operational readiness and advancing undersea warfare systems through innovative design, testing, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the transformation of engineering processes, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement in injection molding operations and team development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Manage quality assurance for electrical and electronic assemblies, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading substation projects, ensuring design excellence, and collaborating across teams to meet performance standards and project goals...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $194K *

Innovate the future of defense technology by leading electrical hardware design and troubleshooting for critical aerospace systems. Collaborate with suppliers and mentor engineers to ensure mission su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $182K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical designs for diverse energy projects, ensuring compliance and quality across utility, industrial, and commercial sectors while mentoring junior engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $182K *

Shape the future of energy by leading electrical design for innovative projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions in electrification and decarbonization, ensuring compliance an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project delivery by leading large-scale industrial software initiatives, ensuring timely execution and alignment with commercial goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate comp...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Drive the successful execution of complex nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams while managing scope, schedule, and budget. Lead from initiation to closeout, promoting sa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical leader in utility substation engineering, driving quality standards and innovative solutions for complex projects while mentoring a growing team and collabo...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality transmission line engineering services. Oversee and develop engineering teams while driving business growth and ensuring project excellence in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $158K *

Drive impactful capital projects and process improvements across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with leadership and teams to enhance equipment and operational efficiency while managing multi-million...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$109K - $124K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative electrical systems for diverse projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams through all project pha...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$139K - $209K *

Engage your leadership skills as you manage a dynamic Mechanical CAD drafting team, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery while fostering employee growth and innovation in a collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.