Electrical Engineering Department Manager

Greenville, SC | Work from home flexibility

Posted: 12/18/2025 Industry: Engineering Job Number: 37282

Job Description

Needed immediately: An Electrical Engineering Department Manager in Greenville, SC (can work in Granite Falls, MN as well). This role will lead the electrical engineering team and drive technical excellence, project delivery, and business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role for a technical expert who thrives in a client-facing consulting environment and is passionate about mentoring engineers and delivering innovative solutions.

Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in industrial electrical design.
  • At least 5 years in a leadership or project management role.
  • Active Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
  • Proven success in team leadership, mentorship, and client engagement.
  • Experience/Expertise in power, energy, biofuels, oil & gas, pulp & paper, or similar process industries.
  • Desired proficiency in ETAP, AutoCAD, NavisWorks (BIM 360)
  • Strong project management skills including budgeting and scheduling.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-oriented, client-first approach.

Responsibilities:
 

  • Serve as a technical authority on industrial electrical engineering projects.
  • Responsible for all electrical design requirements on a single project from concept through construction.
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers, fostering professional growth.
  • Manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with clients and stakeholders.
  •  Oversee the development of electrical design documents including:
  • Control schematics, wiring diagrams, power/conduit plans, cable schedules. Equipment specifications for 15 KV, 4160 V, 480 V, substations, MCCs, VFDs, transformers, switchgears. Lighting and grounding systems, equipment layouts, single-line and motor diagrams. Process control loop sheets, cable tray routing, cost estimates, and design proposals. Short Circuit and Arc Flash analysis.
  • Ensure QA/QC compliance with safety standards and regulatory codes (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC).
  • Drive business development by cultivating client relationships and securing new project work.
  • Represent the company at industry events and client meetings as a trusted technical advisor.
  • Support recruiting and retention of top engineering talent.
  • Provide field assessments and construction support as needed.
  • Champion process improvements and standardization of design tools and practices.

 

Meet Your Recruiter

Send an email reminder to:

Share This Job:

Related Jobs:

Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.

About Greenville, SC

Discover exciting job opportunities in the vibrant area surrounding Greenville, South Carolina! Flourishing with a burgeoning job market and a welcoming community, Greenville beckons with its charming blend of Southern hospitality and dynamic urban life. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this scenic city boasts a rich cultural tapestry with landmarks like Falls Park on the Reedy, the Peace Center, and the Greenville County Museum of Art. Indulge in the region's vibrant culinary scene, catch shows at the renowned Bon Secours Wellness Arena, or root for the Greenville Drive baseball team at Fluor Field. Embrace a work-life balance with easy access to outdoor recreation at Paris Mountain State Park, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, and the scenic Lake Hartwell. Begin your next career chapter in Greenville, where endless possibilities await! Explore our job listings today.

Get started today

Clients
Candidates

Looking for the highest qualified professionals in the engineering and technology fields? We ll help you find the right people you want faster.

We ll place you with companies that need your exact expertise and experience and that appreciate you coming to work with them.

Email Us

Please fill out this form and we will get in touch with you shortly.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Selectek, Inc.
2015 Vaughn Road
Suite 130
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Directions