Electrical Engineering Manager

INFICON AG; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing bonus (target 10%)

Flexible work hours

Health and wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Syracuse is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to lead a talented team in designing innovative electrical systems. The ideal candidate will drive Agile practices and ensure high-quality standards in project delivery. They will possess a strong technical foundation and experience in team management and electrical design tools. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, including 2+ years in leadership.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong comprehension of compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to design innovative electrical systems.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Oversee project scope and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Team coaching and mentoring

Agile methodologies

Electrical design tools

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinkingElectrical Engineering Managerto lead a team of talented engineers in designing, developing, and delivering innovative electrical systems and solutions. These systems and solutions require high precision power supply control, evaluation of sensor signals, analog circuit technology, measurement of currents in the nanoampere range, and measurement of capacitances in the femtofarad range. This role requires a strong technical foundation, a passion for Agile methodologies, and a commitment to fostering a growth mindset across the team.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and inspire a team of electrical engineers.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, psychological safety, and innovation.
• Promote a growth mindset by encouraging experimentation, feedback, and resilience.
• Project & Process Management
  • Drive Agile practices such as Scrum or Kanban to ensure iterative development and rapid delivery.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with software, mechanical, and product teams to align on goals and timelines.
  • Oversee project scope, resources, and timelines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Technical Oversight
  • Provide technical guidance in design of sensor electronics, precision analog electronics, signal processing, high precision power supplies, embedded systems, component selection, PCB design and compliance standards.
  • Review and approve engineering designs, documentation, and test plans.
  • Maintain and execute a sustaining plan to ensure the long-term reliability and performance of existing products and systems.
  • Manage the component lifecycle, from selection and procurement to end-of-life (EOL) and obsolescence, mitigating risks and ensuring a stable supply chain.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to guide strategic selections.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Translate business needs into engineering solutions.
  • Advocate for engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience with Agile methodologies and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong comprehension of electrical design tools, simulation software, and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Certification in Agile (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe).
• Experience in product development lifecycle from concept to production.
• Passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Additional Information

For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $110k and $162k per year. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit sharing bonus with a target of 10%. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICON’s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should [e-mail] .

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.

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