Electrical Engineering Manager in Lynchburg

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Job Description

Express Employment Professionals in Lynchburg is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager for one of its well-established clients in the Lynchburg area. This position will lead the design and development of electrical systems for industrial automation and material-handling equipment while overseeing engineering projects and supporting a technical team. Apply today to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity!

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field ; equivalent experience considered

• 7 to 10+ years of electrical engineering experience

• 3 to 5+ years of engineering leadership or management experience

• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial automation

• Experience creating and reviewing electrical schematics, control drawings, panel layouts, and power distribution systems

• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, UL, OSHA, and applicable electrical safety standards

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design software

• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills

• Experience with conveyor systems, material handling, manufacturing, or warehouse automation

• Professional Engineer license is a plus but not required

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor electrical engineers, controls engineers, and designers

• Oversee electrical design for industrial automation and material-handling systems

• Review and approve schematics, panel layouts, control drawings, and related documents

• Ensure designs meet safety codes, project specifications, and customer requirements

• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, project management, installation, and startup teams

• Provide technical support during system integration, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting

• Manage engineering resources and priorities across multiple projects

• Participate in customer meetings and recommend improvements to system reliability and performance

Pay and Schedule

$120,000 to $160,000 annually, based on experience.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.