Engineering Manager

Helping MN Companies Succeed by Delivering Top Engineering & Manufacturing Leaders

We are recruiting for an experienced engineering manager who, along with peers, will report to the VP of Engineering. The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of multi‑disciplinary engineers who design and support the manufacturing of custom electrical equipment. This role ensures engineering excellence across product design, cost effectiveness, manufacturability, and compliance with industry standards. As a key counterpart to the Product Managers and Value Stream Managers, the Engineering Managers help bring new and evolving products to market through close cross‑functional collaboration with manufacturing, operations, and commercial teams.

The ideal candidate will be a people leader who brings a deep understanding of product development processes in a fast‑paced, customer‑driven environment.

An excellent health plan is offered, along with dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) match, as well as other benefits.

Varies, depending on experience, ideal range of $135 – 170k salary plus bonus (10% or greater).

• Leadership, technical training, and mentorship of engineering teams
• Build and maintain a strong engineering culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage resource allocation, performance evaluations, and professional development plans.
• Oversee project execution from design through production release, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, BOMs, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Drive adherence to engineering standards, regulatory codes (e.g., UL), and customer specifications.
• Partner with Product Management to support product development, improvement, and customization.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing and Operations teams to support smooth handoffs and solve production challenges.
• Participate in quoting and design reviews for large or complex customer projects.
• Champion design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-cost (DFC) initiatives.
• Identify and implement engineering process improvements to reduce lead times and improve quality.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and standards.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex technical challenges or design decisions.
• Ensure risk assessments and mitigation plans are in place for high-impact projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
• 7+ years of engineering experience, including at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Strong project management skills and experience in a custom or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing engineering teams with different disciplines of engineers.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works) and engineering documentation systems.
• Experience with electrical equipment products a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor), PLM systems, and Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with UL, NEC, and other relevant codes and standards is a plus.

Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high‑performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions. Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries.

What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—experienced professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be award‑winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest‑growing private companies and the Minneapolis‑St.

Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Versique is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Business Development

Staffing and Recruiting