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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$110K - $150K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading a dynamic team, mentoring talent, and driving strategic growth within a respected firm. This role offers a pathway to leadership and the chance to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing our electrical engineering practice by mentoring staff, enhancing client relationships, and driving strategic growth. This role offers a pathway to leadership within a res...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading a dynamic team, mentoring talent, and driving strategic growth within a respected firm. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance client relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading a dynamic team, mentoring talent, and driving strategic growth within a respected firm. This role offers a pathway to leadership while fostering c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $163K *

Lead the charge in optimizing engineering and facilities operations, ensuring safety and efficiency across our Illinois locations while managing budgets, projects, and cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical designs, overseeing project production, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure successful project execution within budget and t...

5 days ago

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

$137K - $179K *

Engage with a dynamic team to manage complex engineering projects, ensuring quality execution, budget adherence, and schedule management while driving innovation and maintaining technical expertise ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $167K *

Shape the future of mission-critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with design and project management teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with co...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Oversee project execution and management, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Lead a dynamic team while coordinating resources, budgets, and schedules to drive successful outcomes in civ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the engineering management for power plant projects, ensuring design clarity and scope ownership. Drive technical reviews, manage change processes, and develop standardized specifications to enha...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $150K *

Manage the design and implementation of advanced control systems for a cutting-edge battery materials facility, leading a skilled engineering team to ensure operational excellence and safety complianc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance for a diverse workforce across multiple projects and locations. Collaborate with various departments to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on electrical design, PLC and HMI development, and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative automation solutions while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K *

Design innovative control systems and automation solutions, managing project scope, budget, and vendor relations. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful commissioning and provide ongoing technica...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K *

Drive project success by managing electrical design, PLC/HMI development, and vendor coordination. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and functionality while overseeing automation system commiss...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $230K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of electronics design and testing, supporting diverse platforms. Leverage your expertise in hardware engineering to innovate and enhance systems across multiple dom...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Engineer innovative medium-voltage power distribution systems for mission-critical applications. Lead complex projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating across teams to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of power distribution by designing innovative medium-voltage systems for mission-critical applications. Lead complex projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $239K *

Grow your career with a leading team in aerospace harness design, driving complex projects and delivering high-quality wiring solutions for large aircraft platforms while collaborating with cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $205K *

Join us in overseeing field operations and personnel, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while driving revenue growth and managing relationships within your territory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $205K *

Lead a dynamic team overseeing construction and modernization projects, ensuring high standards of execution and customer satisfaction while managing resources and resolving conflicts across multiple...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and validating power systems for autonomous maritime platforms, ensuring performance and reliability in extreme environments through innovative engineering and collaborati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $135K *

Elevate project outcomes by coordinating resources and managing schedules in a dynamic team. Drive impactful projects in the energy sector while ensuring safety, cost control, and stakeholder engageme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful energy projects, coordinating resources and managing schedules while ensuring safety and cost efficiency. Your expertise will shape the future of utility managem...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Execute impactful projects in the energy sector as a Project Manager II. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage project scope, schedules, and costs while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.