{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2abe138ac68dea42e0c9b696","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2abe138ac68dea42e0c9b696","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2abe138ac68dea42e0c9b696","title":"Hardware Engineering Manager","description":"Company Description\n\nWorking at Knobelsdorff\nAlong with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.\nSince our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff (KE) means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.\nIf you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.\n\nJob Description\n\nJob Purpose\nThe Hardware Engineering Manager supports KE Automation by leading and developing our Hardware Engineering team while driving excellence in project execution across industrial automation projects. You'll be responsible for managing engineering resources, establishing and improving engineering processes, supporting panel manufacturing operations, and ensuring hardware engineering deliverables contribute to successful project outcomes.\nSuccess in this role means building a high-performing team, delivering quality engineering solutions on schedule and within budget, and creating standardized processes that improve efficiency across the organization, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in developing people, improving systems, and driving accountability, this position is built for you.\nWhat You'll Do\nYou'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:\nLead, mentor, and develop the Hardware Engineering team through coaching, performance management, and career development.\nFoster a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration.\nManage hardware engineering resource planning and workload balancing across active projects.\nPartner with Project Managers to ensure engineering deliverables align with project schedules and customer expectations.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engineering quality, efficiency, and consistency.\nDevelop and maintain engineering standards, templates, libraries, and best practices.\nIdentify and implement opportunities to automate repetitive engineering tasks and improve productivity.\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators related to quality, schedule performance, and engineering efficiency.\nCollaborate with the Panel Shop to improve manufacturability, drawing quality, BOM accuracy, and production efficiency.\nSupport Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives through improved engineering processes and standards.\nReview and approve hardware designs to ensure quality, compliance, and consistency.\nProvide technical leadership for industrial control systems, including PLCs, control panels, instrumentation, networking, and safety systems.\nSupport project teams with technical problem-solving during execution and commissioning activities.\nMonitor engineering effort against project budgets and proactively address risks, constraints, and variances.\nStay current with evolving automation technologies, engineering tools, and industry best practices.\n\nQualifications\n\nWhat You Bring\nYou're someone who shows up ready to work hard, lead by example, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:\n8+ years of industrial automation hardware engineering experience.\n3+ years of engineering leadership or people management experience.\nStrong experience designing industrial control panels and automation systems.\nProficiency with EPLAN Electric P8.\nExperience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.\nStrong understanding of PLC-based control systems, industrial networking, instrumentation, VFDs, and safety systems.\nExperience supporting panel fabrication and manufacturing operations.\nWorking knowledge of UL508A, industrial electrical standards, and control panel design practices.\nExperience developing electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of material.\nStrong organizational, resource planning, and project management skills.\nExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.\nA data-driven approach to decision-making and continuous improvement.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.\nStrong financial awareness with the ability to balance quality, schedule, and cost objectives.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.\nExperience leading engineering standardization and process improvement initiatives.\nExperience supporting international or multi-site automation projects.\n\nAdditional Information\n\nPay Range\nWe believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.\n$120,000- $150,000\nTotal Rewards Statement\nAs a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.\n100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees\nHSA contributions to support your medical expenses\nCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage\n401(k) with competitive company match\nPerformance-based incentives\nPaid weekly with competitive wages\nPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement\nExclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage\nWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.\nTypical requirements may include:\nAbility to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods\nAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs\nAbility to work in close proximity to team members in a production environment\nAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at HR@KEway.com.\nEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)\nKnobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.\nApplicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:\nEEO is the Law (English/Spanish)\n\nKE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.\nIf you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.","company":"Knobelsdorff Enterprises","rawCompany":"knobelsdorff enterprises","city":"Eagan","state":"MN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T15:12:50.711Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"334118","title":"Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"computer-terminal-and-other-computer-peripheral-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Hardware Engineering Manager","description":"Company Description\n\nWorking at Knobelsdorff\nAlong with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.\nSince our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff (KE) means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.\nIf you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.\n\nJob Description\n\nJob Purpose\nThe Hardware Engineering Manager supports KE Automation by leading and developing our Hardware Engineering team while driving excellence in project execution across industrial automation projects. You'll be responsible for managing engineering resources, establishing and improving engineering processes, supporting panel manufacturing operations, and ensuring hardware engineering deliverables contribute to successful project outcomes.\nSuccess in this role means building a high-performing team, delivering quality engineering solutions on schedule and within budget, and creating standardized processes that improve efficiency across the organization, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in developing people, improving systems, and driving accountability, this position is built for you.\nWhat You'll Do\nYou'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:\nLead, mentor, and develop the Hardware Engineering team through coaching, performance management, and career development.\nFoster a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration.\nManage hardware engineering resource planning and workload balancing across active projects.\nPartner with Project Managers to ensure engineering deliverables align with project schedules and customer expectations.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engineering quality, efficiency, and consistency.\nDevelop and maintain engineering standards, templates, libraries, and best practices.\nIdentify and implement opportunities to automate repetitive engineering tasks and improve productivity.\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators related to quality, schedule performance, and engineering efficiency.\nCollaborate with the Panel Shop to improve manufacturability, drawing quality, BOM accuracy, and production efficiency.\nSupport Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives through improved engineering processes and standards.\nReview and approve hardware designs to ensure quality, compliance, and consistency.\nProvide technical leadership for industrial control systems, including PLCs, control panels, instrumentation, networking, and safety systems.\nSupport project teams with technical problem-solving during execution and commissioning activities.\nMonitor engineering effort against project budgets and proactively address risks, constraints, and variances.\nStay current with evolving automation technologies, engineering tools, and industry best practices.\n\nQualifications\n\nWhat You Bring\nYou're someone who shows up ready to work hard, lead by example, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:\n8+ years of industrial automation hardware engineering experience.\n3+ years of engineering leadership or people management experience.\nStrong experience designing industrial control panels and automation systems.\nProficiency with EPLAN Electric P8.\nExperience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.\nStrong understanding of PLC-based control systems, industrial networking, instrumentation, VFDs, and safety systems.\nExperience supporting panel fabrication and manufacturing operations.\nWorking knowledge of UL508A, industrial electrical standards, and control panel design practices.\nExperience developing electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and bills of material.\nStrong organizational, resource planning, and project management skills.\nExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.\nA data-driven approach to decision-making and continuous improvement.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.\nStrong financial awareness with the ability to balance quality, schedule, and cost objectives.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.\nExperience leading engineering standardization and process improvement initiatives.\nExperience supporting international or multi-site automation projects.\n\nAdditional Information\n\nPay Range\nWe believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.\n$120,000- $150,000\nTotal Rewards Statement\nAs a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.\n100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees\nHSA contributions to support your medical expenses\nCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage\n401(k) with competitive company match\nPerformance-based incentives\nPaid weekly with competitive wages\nPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement\nExclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage\nWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.\nTypical requirements may include:\nAbility to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods\nAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs\nAbility to work in close proximity to team members in a production environment\nAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at HR@KEway.com.\nEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)\nKnobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.\nApplicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:\nEEO is the Law (English/Spanish)\n\nKE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.\nIf you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.","datePosted":"2026-08-05T15:12:50.711Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T15:12:50.711Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Knobelsdorff Enterprises","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Eagan","addressRegion":"MN","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"2abe138ac68dea42e0c9b696"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2abe138ac68dea42e0c9b696"}}