About the job
Engineering Manager – Electrical Design
Location: Louisville, KY
Shift: First Shift
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Engineering Manager for Electrical Design to spearhead our electrical design team in a vibrant automation and material-handling sector. This pivotal role involves overseeing all electrical design functions, ensuring successful project executions, mentoring engineering talent, and championing technical excellence in controls, schematics, PLC design, and system integration. The successful candidate will possess robust engineering skills coupled with a proven track record in team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the electrical design engineering team, offering technical direction, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
- Oversee the creation of electrical designs, schematics, control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and PLC-based system architectures.
- Collaborate with mechanical design, project management, and installation teams to facilitate smooth project delivery.
- Engage in hands-on design work as necessary, especially for intricate or high-priority projects.
- Review and sanction engineering documentation, BOMs, and design packages.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards, customer specifications, and safety regulations.
- Assist with commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting as required.
- Lead initiatives aimed at continuous improvement in design processes and engineering best practices.
- Maintain project timelines, resource distribution, and engineering workflows.
Requirements
Qualifications / Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field is required.
- 7+ years of electrical design engineering experience, including hands-on expertise with PLC systems, schematics, wiring diagrams, and industrial controls.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience managing or leading an engineering team.
- Experience in baggage handling, conveyor systems, automation, or small-part equipment design is highly preferred.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical or similar design software.
- Strong grasp of PLC hardware and controls integration.
- Ability to perform both as a technical leader and hands-on engineer.
- Excellent communication skills with a knack for cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment.

