Engineering Manager, Power Systems

Quick Facts

• Role: Engineering Manager, Power Systems

Description

Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team delivering engineered-to-order solutions for low voltage switchgear and low voltage switchboard equipment. Own team performance, technical quality, capacity planning, training, and continuous improvement while supporting end-to-end transformation in the Columbia, South Carolina location. Partner with global supply chain, middle office, and commercial teams to deliver world-class customer service and meet KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage people: goal setting, performance management, competency development, recognition, engagement, and well-being for three supervisors and ~50 project engineers

• Organize engineering work based on load, project complexity, and required skillsets

• Manage departmental load/capacity and develop team versatility

• Lead the visual Short Interval Management process to drive KPIs and overall performance

• Ensure technical quality and service levels across the engineering lifecycle

• Define training plans based on the skill matrix and competency targets

• Ensure compliance with project requirements within product definition and design intent

• Drive continuous improvement of design activity for technical knowledge, efficiency, quality, and productivity

• Ensure customer satisfaction and quality for internal and external customers

• Guide change activities to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction using change management

• Own Schneider Performance System Cards 14A & 14B for the engineering location; support other lean priorities as needed

Benefits

• Leadership role shaping technical direction and delivery excellence

• Opportunity to work with diverse, cross-functional teams on challenging projects

• Professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies

• Autonomy to drive technical quality and team development

• Dynamic environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering (required)

• 8+ years of engineering experience

• 5+ years of demonstrated people management and leadership experience

• Desire for career growth within the organization

• Fast learner; willing to travel periodically for training

• Effective communication with customers, employees, and management

• Flexible; prioritize tasks, work unassisted, and meet deadlines

• Strong mediation, negotiation, and facilitation skills