Electronics Engineering Manager: Lead Tech Vision & Growth

Sterling Kohler; Kohler (WI); On-site; USD 136,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohler is seeking an Electronics Engineering Manager at its Kohler, Wisconsin, onsite location. This role leads a team of electronics engineers, drives hardware architecture decisions, and guides end-to-end development from concept through production.

The position requires a strong background in circuit design, PCB layout, and embedded systems, plus 3+ years of leadership. Expect collaboration across engineering teams and opportunities to mentor talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical, electronics, or computer engineering.
• 10 years electronics development in a concurrent engineering environment.
• 3+ years leading a team of electronics engineers.
• Expertise in circuit design, schematic entry and PCB layout.
• Experience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environments.
• Expertise in DFMEAs and simulation tools.
• Knowledge of Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple teams and deliver on time.

Responsibilities

• Drive current and future hardware architecture.
• Outline requirements and document feature specs.
• Coordinate with engineering and program management for updates.
• Make strategic technical product decisions for embedded technologies.
• Provide career development and feedback within the team.
• Mentor associates to foster innovation and growth.
• Deliver product solutions on time and within budget.
• Lead all phases of product development from requirements to delivery.
• Collaborate with designers and other engineers on best-in-class products.
• Own and improve the electronics design process and tools.

Skills

Circuit design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

DevOps basics

DFMEAs

Bluetooth/WiFi

Team leadership

Technical communication

Coordinate teams

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Electronics/Comp Eng

Job description

Kohler is seeking an Electronics Engineering Manager at its Kohler, Wisconsin, onsite location. This role leads a team of electronics engineers, drives hardware architecture decisions, and guides end-to-end development from concept through production.

The position requires a strong background in circuit design, PCB layout, and embedded systems, plus 3+ years of leadership. Expect collaboration across engineering teams and opportunities to mentor talent.