Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

401(k)-retirement savings plan

Supplemental insurance options

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Company-paid short-term disability

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering to lead the Electrical Department within Heavy Industrial Services.

This remote role supports projects across the United States and international locations, coordinating engineering resources and client interfaces. The ideal candidate has a BS in Electrical Engineering, a PE license, 15+ years in heavy industrial projects, and proven leadership in consulting environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• PE license or equivalent is required.
• 15+ years in heavy industrial engineering projects preferred.
• Leadership experience in consulting engineering environments.
• Proficient with electrical design software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Direct, develop, supervise and provide technical guidance to the electrical departments.
• Establish and execute operational plans for the department and resources.
• Identify training and career development opportunities for individuals and the department.
• Develop and implement engineering policies, standards and procedures.
• Review project financials and assist in mitigation and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: SENIO002330

• Posted : August 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

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United States

Description

Job Title:

Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering

Location:

Remote (U.S. based)

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description:

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering to support our Heavy Industrial Services division. This is a remote position that will interface with teams and resources across the United States and international locations.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the execution of all activities of the electrical departments within the division. Schedule, organize, direct and review all electrical resources and activities.
• Provide enhanced customer support as a technical liaison, and support organizational business development initiatives as a technical resource
• Identify resource and staffing needs, lead and/or participate in recruiting and interviews, onboard new team members, establish individual goals and expectations, and conduct performance reviews
• Direct, develop, supervise and provide technical guidance to the electrical departments
• Establish and execute operational plans for the department with respect to routine, tools and resources to ensure consistent operations and growth of skill sets.
• Identify training and career development opportunities and create plans for the departments and specific individuals.
• Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department. Periodically assess availability of required discipline industry codes and standards and maintain and upgrade technical standards/specifications when required.
• Research, evaluate, and stay current on emerging and existing engineering design software, digital execution tools, workflows, and industry best practices to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, quality, cost competitiveness, and scalability in project delivery and construction engineering.
• Supervise and review the preparation of engineering proposals including scopes of work, project schedules and cost estimates
• Contribute technically or managerially on high visibility projects
• Review discipline project financials with the department managers. Assist in the development of mitigation plans and corrective actions when necessary.
• Promote Orbital’s safety culture through active safety engagements and compliance audits of Orbital’s safety requirements, including but not limited to, employee training and site visit checklists
• Support the organization through interaction with the other discipline managers, project managers and business unit leads
• Ensure all department operational and project activities are completed in accordance with the Orbital Quality Management System (QMS) through implementation and enforcement of stated policies and practices.

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 15 years of experience, preferably in a consulting environment, and well-rounded expertise in heavy industrial engineering projects such as oil & gas, chemicals, steel, and power generation
• Successful experience in leadership roles managing engineering and design teams in a consulting engineering environment
• Experience in developing resources and implementing work share with high value engineering centers
• Professional Engineer license
• Working knowledge of analytical and design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, SKM and ETAP
• Candidate should have thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software including general MS Office products, design & business enterprise software and document control systems
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Must excel in working in a team environment
• Occasional domestic travel will be required

Location Note:

This is a remote position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range:

$150,000-230,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan
• Supplemental insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off program

About Orbital:Powered by People, Driven by Solutions

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.