Power and Energy, Electrical Engineering Manager

Kintec Search, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Pittsburgh is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead lifecycle engineering projects for UPS and Battery products. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in power and energy systems, with a proven management background. Responsibilities include managing engineering staff, overseeing product enhancements, and ensuring quality in testing and reporting. Joining this dynamic team offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to drive innovation in energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience with power and energy systems, ideally UPS solutions.
• At least 3 years in a management role or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in a power lab environment including testing and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Direct all lifecycle engineering projects for UPS and Battery products.
• Manage and mentor engineering staff for professional development.
• Oversee enhancement programs for UPS and Battery solutions.
• Supervise characterization testing and reporting for UPS systems.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Power and Energy, Electrical Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering Activities: Direct all lifecycle engineering projects for existing UPS and Battery products; from planning and design to testing, commissioning, and in-service support.
• Develop Talent: Manage and mentor CPSD Engineering staff, providing training, cross-training, and professional development opportunities. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to salary planning.
• Drive Product Enhancements: Oversee enhancement programs for UPS and Battery solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
• Manage Testing & Reporting: Supervise characterization testing and reporting for UPS and Battery systems. Support project leads in meeting schedules and deliverables.
• Optimize Processes: Maintain and improve configuration management and data retention policies to enhance engineering efficiency.
• Support Quality & Service: Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Service teams to resolve customer and vendor issues, escalating to division leadership when necessary.
• Sales Support: Participate in risk reviews, bid schedule evaluations, and solution scoping for customer specifications.
• Global Collaboration: Establish effective communication with overseas R&D offices to support product development and innovation.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years working with power and energy systems, (ideally UPS solutions, battery, and power quality design) with at least 3 years in a management role; or equivalent education and experience.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of power systems, power electronics, and protection circuitry.
• Testing Proficiency: Strong experience in power lab environment including testing, instrumentation, and report creation.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to foster collaboration and maintain strong relationships.
• Problem-Solving: Advanced analytical skills to troubleshoot and optimize engineering solutions.
• Teamwork: Ability to lead and work within cross-functional teams on multiple projects.