Electrical Installation Manager

Kion Group AG; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 114,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking an Electrical Installation Manager to lead lifecycle installation activities for the Lifecycle Solutions and Services Modernizations and Upgrades group. You will coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement and customers to deliver projects on time and within budget, while guiding field resources, subcontractors, and installation teams.

This role requires travel up to 25%, on-call responsibilities, and weekend coverage as needed, with a focus on safety, quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience with material handling systems required.
• Experience with AGVs, AS/RS, and conveyors strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Resource Management: Lead direct reports, conduct reviews, hire and manage manpower.
• Project Management & Execution: Plan and manage installation activities to meet milestones; oversee pre-commissioning.
• Subcontractor & Resource Coordination: Schedule and manage subcontractors; coordinate materials and equipment.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance: Enforce installation standards and safety culture; provide status reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Subcontractor Coordination

Safety & Compliance

Budgeting & Cost Control

Resource Planning

Education

Associate’s degree or 1–2 years vocational/technical training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dematic is seeking an Electrical Installation Manager to support the Lifecycle Solutions and Services (LSS) Modernizations and Upgrades group. This role is responsible for managing full lifecycle installation activities, including pre-quote support, planning, execution, and commissioning of small to mid-sized projects. The Installation Manager will lead field resources, subcontractors, and installation teams while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and Dematic installation standards. This role requires strong coordination with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and customers to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. This position requires flexibility, including travel up to 25%, on-call responsibilities, and the ability to support off-shift and weekend work as needed.

We offer: What We Offer Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employee and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $113,600-$170,400 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Resource Management: Manage direct reports including supervisors, foremen, and crews; Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and bi-weekly 1:1 meetings; Lead hiring and interviewing activities; Manage manpower planning, headcount forecasting, and workforce allocation; Approve employee timecards and expenses; Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Project Management & Execution: Plan and manage daily/weekly installation activities to meet project milestones; Oversee mechanical, electrical, and mechatronics pre-commissioning activities; Perform cost reviews and track installation financial performance; Prepare and review quotes, RFQs, and bid packages; Support Sales (SDG) with estimates and customer-driven solutions; Forecast monthly installation costs and maintain reporting tools.
• Subcontractor & Resource Coordination: Schedule subcontractors and issue contract labor requests; Manage subcontractor communication and performance tracking; Order materials, consumables, and equipment rentals; Track equipment inventory and ensure resource availability; Support procurement, PM, Site Manager, and Supervisors with: Extra Work Authorizations (EWA), Change Order (CO) management.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance: Enforce Dematic installation standards, processes, and procedures; Promote and enforce a strong safety culture; Reporting & Documentation: Maintain installation management and PMC tools; Provide financial tracking, forecasting, and project reporting; Monitor subcontractor updates and provide regular status communications; Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen funnel participation; Identify and implement process and procedure improvements; Support operational efficiency initiatives and best practices.

Experience Desired

• Minimum 5 years of experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience with material handling systems required.
• Experience with AGVs, AS/RS, and conveyors strongly preferred.

Education & Certifications

• Associate’s degree or 1–2 years of vocational/technical training preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Additional Job Description

• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including short notice travel.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and off shifts.
• Willingness to be on call as required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide – wherever goods are stored, moved, and delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.