Manager, Power Systems Engineering – Low Voltage Distribution

Location: Marietta, OH
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $160,000+ annually (depending on experience)

Position Summary

A growing power systems organization is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the development and delivery of low-voltage switchboard solutions used in mission-critical environments, including data center applications. This role blends team leadership with technical oversight, ensuring designs are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with performance expectations.

The position partners closely with internal teams and customers to support execution, improve engineering processes, and maintain high standards across all deliverables.

### Key Areas of Responsibility

Leadership & Team Management

Provide direction and mentorship to a team of electrical and mechanical engineers
Set expectations around ownership, quality, and timely delivery of engineering work
Review and approve design packages, drawings, and technical documentation
Drive improvements in engineering workflows, tools, and overall team performance

Technical Oversight & Design Direction

Oversee the design of low-voltage switchboard systems, including UL 891 and UL 1558 applications
Ensure designs align with customer specifications, one-line diagrams, and system requirements
Guide configuration of breakers, bus systems, metering, controls, and protection schemes
Support development of standardized and scalable design approaches

Cross-Functional Engagement

Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production-ready and efficient
Partner with sales and estimating teams on quoting, BOM development, and technical alignment
Interface directly with customers for design reviews, technical clarification, and issue resolution
Coordinate with supply chain teams on component selection and vendor strategy
Support commercial efforts to ensure proposals are accurate and executable

Quality, Compliance & Testing

Ensure all designs meet UL, NEC, and applicable data center standards
Support testing activities including factory witness testing and system validation
Maintain documentation related to compliance, certification, and design verification

Project Execution & Risk Management

Manage engineering timelines in a fast-paced project environment
Identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies
Support execution of large-scale data center and infrastructure projects
Contribute to broader business objectives as needed

### Qualifications

Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams

Strong background in low-voltage power distribution and/or switchboard design

Familiarity with UL 891 and/or UL 1558 standards

Ability to review and guide complex electrical system designs

Experience supporting quotations, BOM development, and technical proposals

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Why This Role

Manager, Power Systems Engineering – Low Voltage Distribution

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