Design Engineering Manager

UEC Advanced Electronics; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UEC Advanced Electronics in the United States designs and manufactures advanced power systems, including lithium‑ion power products and intelligent batteries. This leadership role provides direction to Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering teams and guides products from concept through production.

The candidate will bring 7+ years of engineering leadership in electromechanical and power systems, 3+ years of personnel management, and hands‑on experience with lithium‑ion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 7+ years of engineering leadership in electromechanical and power systems.
• 3+ years of personnel management.
• Experience in design and manufacturing of lithium-ion power products.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams from concept to production.
• Strong customer interface and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering teams with a focus on lithium-ion power products.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for future product growth and development.
• Act as the primary technical interface with customers and provide engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead technical specification development, requirements definition, verification and validation planning, and engineering resource management.
• Provide technical leadership and support for proposal preparation, evaluation, and bid strategy activities.
• Own and maintain engineering processes and procedures to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Ensure engineering projects comply with quality standards and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Lead the transition of product designs into manufacturing, with emphasis on lithium-ion power products.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Customer interface

Communication skills

Product development lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Company Description

UEC Advanced Electronics (UEC Electronics, LLC), founded in 1995, is an award-winning product design and manufacturing company specializing in advanced power systems, including vehicle power, clean energy generation, power distribution, power management products, and intelligent batteries. The company supports customers across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through production. UEC also operates as a U.S. contract manufacturer, trusted to safeguard intellectual property and support Buy American Act requirements. Its capabilities range from simple to complex cable harnesses, circuit card assemblies, and large integrated multi-rack assemblies. UEC's quality management system is registered to both ISO9001 and AS9100 standards, reflecting a strong commitment to quality and reliability.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide strong leadership and direction to Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering teams, with a primary focus on lithium-ion power products.
• Serve as a key participant in evaluating emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for future product growth and development.
• Act as the primary technical interface with customers and provide engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead technical specification development, requirements definition, verification and validation planning, and engineering resource management.
• Provide technical leadership and support for proposal preparation, evaluation, and bid strategy activities.
• Own and maintain engineering processes and procedures to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Ensure engineering projects comply with UEC quality standards and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Lead the transition of product designs into manufacturing, with particular emphasis on lithium-ion power products.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of engineering leadership experience with a proven track record in electromechanical control systems and power systems.
• Minimum of three (3) years of personnel management experience.
• Experience in the design and manufacturing of lithium-ion power products.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and bring products successfully from concept through production.
• Strong customer interface and communication skills.

Work Requirements/Condition

• Work performed in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Extended periods of standing may be required; seating is available at all workstations.
• Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently.
• Frequent use of hands for operating equipment, computers, and hand tools.
• MAY require bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses in designated areas.
• Must wear company-issued smock or ESD-protective garments where required.
• Compliance with all company safety policies and procedures is mandatory.