Electrical Dept Manager — Engineering Leadership & Growth

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

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.