Engineering Manager

Flow Control Group; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Employee referral programs

Job summary

Flow Control Group is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the engineering and design departments, including application engineers, electrical and mechanical designers, and project management. The role ensures strong pre- and post-sales support and maintains documentation and procedures to support other departments.

You will mentor teams, design and refine processes for quoting and project delivery, coordinate with sales for solution development, manage staff responsibilities, and drive

Qualifications

• 6-7 years’ experience in the automation field across various technologies.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office.
• Highly technical mindset.
• Degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to problem-solve with critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage application engineers, designers, and project management for new projects.
• Mentor and coordinate training to develop engineers' technical understanding of products.
• Design, implement, and refine processes for accurate quoting, documentation, and designs.
• Coordinate pre-sales support with the sales team and post-sales project completion.
• Manage staff tasks, training, and resource needs across projects.
• Lead technical onboarding for engineers, designers, and sales staff.
• Develop and build demo systems with engineers and designers as needed by sales.
• Support larger engineering and prototyping projects with the Project Manager.
• Allocate resources across projects and ensure on-track delivery.
• Foster an employee-focused, solution-oriented culture and participate in strategy meetings.

Skills

Automation experience

Microsoft Office

Technical mindset

Engineering degree

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

About Us

Tri-Phase Automation is a unique distributor with over 25 years of experience in the automation industry, serving as the trusted partner for manufacturing companies in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. Our degreed engineers form lasting relationships with customers, acting as an extension of their engineering teams. We offer the widest range of products and services in the Midwest to reduce risk, lower costs, and deliver exceptional value-added automation services.

Visit our Website: tri-phase.com

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Summary

This role is responsible for leading the engineering and design departments at Tri-Phase, which consist of application engineers, electrical and mechanical designers, and project management. The Engineering Manager ensures external customers receive the support needed both pre and post-sales and that internal documentation and procedures are followed to support other departments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage application engineers that provide pre and post-sales support, designers providing detailed drawing development, and project management for all new projects.
• Mentor and coordinate training for engineers to develop their technical understanding of the products and solutions Tri-Phase offers.
• Design, implement, and refine processes to ensure accurate quoting, documentation, project management, and designs.
• Coordinate with the sales leader to provide needed pre-sales support for solution development and post-sales support to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Manage staff to assign tasks, provide training, and assess needs.
• Coordinate the technical onboarding training for application engineers, designers, and salespeople.
• Work with engineers and designers to develop and build demo systems as needed by sales.
• Work with the Project Manager to provide needed support on larger engineering and prototyping projects.
• Manage resource allocation across projects, sales needs, and other needs.
• Ensure critical projects stay on track and provide support as needed to resolve issues.
• Maintain an employee-focused, solution-oriented culture.
• Participate in higher-level management planning and strategy meetings.

Qualifications

• 6-7 years’ experience in the automation field with exposure to a variety of technologies and applications
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office products.
• Highly technical mindset
• Degree in electrical, mechanical, or other related engineering fields
• Strong organizational, communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and show critical thinking.

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Tri-Phase Automation is proud to be part of Flow Control Group (FCG), a leading solutions provider of technically oriented products and services in flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences. Through its network of specialized companies across North America, FCG delivers mission-critical products, engineering expertise, and customer solutions to a wide range of industries.

Why Build a Career with Us?

Everyone’s an Owner of the Company:

Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, employees share in that success through a broad-based ownership program available across our portfolio companies.

Competitive Benefits:

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, competitive 401(k) matching, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee referral programs.

The Climb Financial Program:

Your financial wellbeing matters. Through Flow Control Group’s Climb Financial Program, employees have access to tools and resources designed to support both immediate needs and long-term goals. Programs may include emergency assistance funds, earned wage access, financial coaching, low-cost loan options, retirement planning resources, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through employee ownership.

Training & Development:

FCG University is available to all employees, offering access to more than 80,000 learning courses to help you build new skills and advance your career.

Career Growth Opportunities:

With a growing network of brands across North America, Flow Control Group provides opportunities for advancement, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development in a supportive environment where your contributions make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected status.