Job description

Job Description: General Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to lead our Dearborn office. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, as the manager will oversee a team of engineers while actively contributing to project execution. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills, a hands-on approach to engineering, and the ability to drive innovation and efficiency in both team operations and project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership and Management: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the electrical engineering staff in the Dearborn office. Oversee performance management, team development, and process improvements to ensure a high-performing and efficient team. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and innovation. Facilitate effective communication and provide ongoing support through one-on-one check-ins to align priorities and address challenges. Project Execution and Technical Contribution: Actively participate in the design, development, and implementation of electrical engineering projects. Provide technical expertise and oversight on key projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client and organizational needs. Serve as a technical advisor and problem solver for complex engineering challenges. Operational Oversight: Manage the day-to-day operations of the Dearborn office, ensuring efficient workflows and resource allocation. Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and streamline engineering processes. Monitor budgets, schedules, and project deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders. Represent the Dearborn office in meetings, presentations, and discussions related to engineering projects. Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality solutions and maintaining open lines of communication. Compliance and Standards: Ensure all engineering work adheres to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies. Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and integrate best practices into team operations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role. Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Proven track record of successfully managing engineering teams and delivering complex projects. Strong technical expertise in electrical systems design, analysis, and implementation. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to balance managerial responsibilities with hands-on project involvement. Proficiency in engineering software and tools relevant to the field. Work Environment: This position is based in Dearborn, MI, and requires on-site presence to manage office operations and collaborate with the team effectively. Ghafari s current policy for managers requires four days in the office and allows one remote workday per week. Occasional travel may be required for project-related activities or client meetings. Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work , Crain’s Cool Place to Work , and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects . Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now! Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways: Connect to our job portal (ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. By email at hr ghafari.com If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance. It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.

Requirements

Must-haves

Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the electrical engineering staff in the Dearborn office.
Oversee performance management, team development, and process improvements to ensure a high-performing and efficient team.
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and innovation.
Facilitate effective communication and provide ongoing support through one-on-one check-ins to align priorities and address challenges.
Actively participate in the design, development, and implementation of electrical engineering projects.
Provide technical expertise and oversight on key projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to timelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client and organizational needs.
Serve as a technical advisor and problem solver for complex engineering challenges.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Dearborn office, ensuring efficient workflows and resource allocation.
Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and streamline engineering processes.
Monitor budgets, schedules, and project deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Represent the Dearborn office in meetings, presentations, and discussions related to engineering projects.
Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality solutions and maintaining open lines of communication.
Ensure all engineering work adheres to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and integrate best practices into team operations.
A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Proven track record of successfully managing engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
Strong technical expertise in electrical systems design, analysis, and implementation.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to balance managerial responsibilities with hands-on project involvement.
Proficiency in engineering software and tools relevant to the field.

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

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