Engineering Manager

Engineering ManagerHouston, TX$150,000 to $180,000 base + Annual BonusI’m working with a rapidly growing manufacturer in the power distribution space that’s looking to bring in an Engineering Manager to lead and scale an expanding team of mechanical and electrical engineers.This role is a strong fit for someone who wants more than just day-to-day management. The business is going through a period of growth and process improvement, so you’ll have the opportunity to shape how the engineering function operates, build out the team, and put structure in place as they continue to scale.It’s a high-visibility role where you’ll be working closely with operations, project management, and leadership, with a direct impact on delivery, performance, and future growth.What you’ll be doing:Leading and developing a growing engineering team across electrical and mechanical disciplinesExposure to Switchgear or Panelboard manufacturing.Owning engineering output, ensuring drawings and deliverables are accurate and on timePartnering with sales, operations, and project teams to support production and customer commitmentsBalancing workloads and resources across multiple projectsIdentifying inefficiencies and driving improvements in processes, workflows, and design standardsUsing data and metrics to improve performance and accountabilityPlaying a key role in scaling the team and building a stronger engineering functionWhat we're looking for:Background in electrical or mechanical engineeringExperience working with low or medium voltage power distribution equipmentProven leadership experience within a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environmentSomeone who has driven process improvements and can operate in a changing environmentStrong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionallyThe big draw here is growth. The company is expanding aggressively, which is creating real opportunities to step up, build a team, and progress into more senior leadership roles over time.