Engineering Manager- Electrical- Hartford, CT
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Overview
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to lead a growing engineering team within a highly specialized manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality electrical design solutions across industrial power and control applications.
Client Details
An established, ISO-certified manufacturer specializing in custom electrical systems, including control panels, switchboards, and power distribution solutions. The organization operates in highly regulated environments and maintains multiple UL certifications, delivering compliant, high-quality products across industrial and energy-related applications.
With full in-house capabilities spanning engineering design, assembly, and testing, the business supports complex, standards-driven projects for a diverse customer base. Continued growth is driving expansion across its engineering team and technical leadership.
Description
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 6 electrical engineers and technicians
- Oversee design and development of control panels, switchboards, and power distribution systems
- Ensure all designs meet UL standards and certifications (UL508A, UL891, etc.)
- Drive engineering execution from concept through manufacturing and delivery
- Interpret customer specifications and translate them into manufacturable solutions
- Review and approve schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs
- Partner cross-functionally with production, quality, and commercial teams
- Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables
- Support testing, validation, and compliance efforts
- Engage with customers and vendors on technical matters
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Profile
A successful Engineering Manager should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment
- Prior leadership experience managing engineering teams
- Direct UL experience (required)
- Strong background in panel building and switchboard design
- Expertise in power distribution systems
- Experience working with NEC codes and electrical compliance standards
- Proficiency in electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar
- Experience in automation, industrial systems, or renewable energy applications
- Familiarity with Rockwell Automation or Allen-Bradley products
- Experience in a UL-certified manufacturing environment
Job Offer
- Competitive base salary with performance bonus up to 10%
- Opportunity to lead and grow a high-performing engineering team
- Exposure to complex, high-impact electrical systems and projects
- Stable, growth-oriented environment with strong project pipeline
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
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