Electrical Engineering Manager

JOB SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for leading a team that applies its expertise and knowledge to electrical projects, finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve techniques, procedures, and/or products and technologies of Messer Cutting Systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Answer technical questions and define project requirements for Customers and Sales.Determine project feasibility and manufacturability, including the adaptability of core products and designs to stated purposes. Present design proposals and risk assessments to Sales.Generate project timelines and hour estimates.Exercise independent judgment and draw conclusions based upon available information.Reviewing new designs for manufacturability, purpose, and design practices.Develop design concepts and drawings using accepted and creative engineering practices.Develop Bills of Materials, Drawings, Assemblies, Engineering Specifications, Manuals, Preliminary Time Studies, and Project Timelines.When necessary, research regulatory compliance and reliability standards.Check design schematics incorporating PLCs, CNC/PC, man-machine interfaces, servos, I/O modules, power supplies, transformers, and relays.Create and update best practices and procedures for electrical engineers to reduce time and improve performance.Balance workloads within the Electrical engineering team and communicate needs to meet company performance goals.Coordinate with Software, Mechanical, Service, Assembly, and Sales on new order proposals and project plans.Work with peers in multiple departments and vendors to advance proprietary technologies and conceptualize new design features and functions.Work closely with teams to plan, problem solve engineering & manufacturing obstacles and manage projects from inception to market release.Provide performance reviews and self-improvement plans for electrical engineers.Lead team with examples of high Character and Competence.< 10% travel SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Review department electrical resource needs.Hire and coordinate training of new employees.Write and deliver performance reviews for direct reports with emphasis on growth and continuous improvement.Observe, train and coach employees in daily work activities.Hold engineers accountable to maintain planned deadlines.Review outstanding tasks, prioritize and communicate status within the company. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline, preferably electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.7 or more years of experience in electrical engineering design and development within a manufacturing environment such as automated machinery, multi-stage conveyance systems or finished electro-mechanical components.2 or more years of experience in a Supervisory role and or extended Team Lead experience.Knowledge of UL, CSA, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and NAFTA electrical design standards and compliance.Experience with AutoCAD, EPlan, MS Office.Knowledge/Experience with motion control principles, electrical design calculations, computers, CNC/PC interfaces, PLCs, motor controls, and servo drives. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong problem solving capability with personal flexibility.Ability to set priorities and delegate tasks.Excellent written and verbal communication skills combined with the ability to collaborate and lead multifaceted teams from proposal thru installation.Self-starter, motivated to take on multiple projects and lead them thru completion.Leadership training and examples of application.Proven ability to assess existing systems and make technical recommendations.Experience with product development and a strong understanding of industrial product design and commercialization.Ability to develop and modify electrical schematics in 2D AutoCAD and EPLAN.Ability to debug PLC programs and develop Safety PLC programs.Experience with Beckhoff and Bosch motion and safety hardware and software.Knowledge/Experience in EMI noise suppression techniques.Knowledge/Experience in 3 phase voltage applications. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: Steel-toe shoesEye protection WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in a moderate to loud manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Messer Cutting Systems is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.