Electrical Department Manager

Osborn ENG; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborn Engineering seeks a Department Manager to lead the Michigan Region Electrical Engineering group. With 10+ years in electrical design and consulting, you will guide project teams, manage client expectations, and drive staffing and QA/QC for complex projects.

Reporting to the Director of Electrical Engineering, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to business development, and mentor staff, while upholding Osborn’s client-focused, innovative design standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in electrical design and project management in consulting engineering.
• Familiar with NEC, State Energy Code, NFPA guidelines, and FGI Guidelines.
• Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, coordination, and Arc Flash per NFPA 70E.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Project Managers to allocate resources for projects.
• Establish discipline-specific work plans and estimates for department staff.
• Oversee production of work product to meet client requirements and Osborn standards.
• Supervise staff to meet department performance metrics and goals.
• Manage client communications and project expectations.
• Execute QA/QC processes for the Electrical discipline on projects.
• Maintain backlogs and staffing forecasts for proper utilization.
• Assist HR on recruitment and training efforts.
• Conduct business development activities and assist with presentations.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Client management

Staff instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License Preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Founded in 1892, Osborn is one of the oldest and most respected engineering firms in the country. We are Client Inspired and Engineering Driven resulting in professionals inspired by the challenge of problem-solving in complex systems that require sophisticated, practical, and innovative engineering solutions. Osborn is a multi-discipline team of engineers and designers in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection/life safety, technology, structural, civil, transportation and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, each Osborn employee is committed to ensuring that Projects are completed with a sense of pride and Clients' expectations are exceeded.

Osborn Engineering is seeking a Department Manager with 10+ years of experience to manage the Michigan Region Electrical Engineering group. This position will report to the Director of Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate would have team and client management experience in a consulting engineering environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Work with Project Managers throughout the company to provide appropriate resources to successfully execute projects.
• Establish discipline specific work plans and estimates to complete for department staff assigned projects
• Oversee the production of work product consistent with client requirements and Osborn standards.
• Supervise efficient execution of projects and staff to meet the performance metrics and goals of the department.
• Manage expectations and communications with clients for projects providing engineering and technical support.
• Execute Osborn's QA/QC process for the Electrical discipline on projects.
• Maintain backlogs and manpower forecasts to ensure proper staffing levels and department utilization.
• Perform staff resource management and annual reviews including Timesheet and Expense report approvals.
• Assist Human Resources on recruitment and training efforts.
• Conduct business development activities, participating in various trade organizations, and preparing or assisting with presentations.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• 10+ Years' experience in electrical design and project management in consulting engineering
• Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Easy power.
• Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State Energy Code, NFPA guidelines, and FGI Guidelines.
• Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NFPA 70E.
• Strong ability to instruct staff in project management, project communications, and client management.
• Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.
• Strong ability to manage several project teams concurrently.
• Strong ability to promote department staff career growth, technically and professionally.
• Experience in designing Healthcare, Sports, Commercial, Public Sector, Industrial, Education, and/or Institutional projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Preferred.
• PE License Preferred.

Osborn is looking for a candidate who has the following characteristics:

• Team Player
• Self- Starter
• Positive Attitude
• Strong Work Ethic
• Critical Thinker
• Detail Oriented
• Innovative
• Good Communicator
• Organized
• Strong time-management skills

Established over a century ago in 1892, Osborn is proud to be one of the nation's oldest engineering firms, continuing a tradition of excellence through outstanding quality in engineering. Osborn is a fully integrated, multi-disciplined design firm that uses a specialized team approach to engineering projects. These teams are built from a staff of over 300 professionals that provide designs for all phases of a wide range of projects. Osborn has specialists in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, technology and transportation engineering, as well as lighting design and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, each Osborn employee is committed to education and advancement, ensuring that every project is completed with a sense of pride. Osborn's strength lies with its people. We are innovative thinkers, ready to creatively overcome challenges and push the boundaries of design. We believe that consulting in the built environment centers around challenging ourselves with every project. We have an open door policy to drive creativity in our designs and thought methodology. As an employee owned firm, our team takes ownership and strives to build creative relationships with our clients where innovation drives our success.