Electrical Department Manager

Jedson Engineering; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity to influence department direction and growth

Job summary

Jedson Engineering in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an experienced Electrical Department Manager to lead its electrical engineering team. The role includes managing engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, leadership experience, and proficiency in relevant design software. This position offers the opportunity to influence department direction and participate in exciting industrial projects, alongside a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Leadership or department management experience.
• Experience with industrial projects in relevant industries.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Electrical department and team members.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight.
• Collaborate with project managers to execute projects.
• Develop and maintain department standards and tools.
• Support client relationships and business development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in design software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Department Manager

Location: Cincinnati, OH

About Jedson Engineering

Jedson Engineering provides full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management solutions to clients in industrial and manufacturing sectors. We deliver practical, innovative designs while focusing on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Position Overview

Jedson Engineering is seeking an Electrical Department Manager to lead our electrical engineering team. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high‑quality solutions for complex industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Electrical department, including engineers, designers, and support staff.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight on engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers and other discipline leads to execute multi‑discipline projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical growth and professional development.
• Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support client relationships and business development activities, including proposal preparation and estimating.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Leadership or department management experience.
• Experience with industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or related industries).
• Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Lead a specialized engineering team on challenging industrial projects.
• Opportunity to influence department direction and growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.