Electrical Engineer Supervisor chez Vollrath Company

The Electrical Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of Electrical Product Engineers and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Test Lab. This role requires a strong technical background in product engineering and a proven ability to manage and mentor a team. The supervisor will ensure that all testing procedures meet quality standards, that projects are completed on schedule, and that the team has the resources needed for success.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and actively support a team of Electrical Product Engineers, with both hardware and firmware expertise, in day-to-day engineering tasks for new product development.
• Provide technical direction and hands-on support in design reviews, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones and performance evaluations, fostering growth and accountability.
• Promote a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.

Project Execution & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Manage engineering project timelines, resources, technical specifications, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Development, and other departments to resolve technical challenges and drive product improvements.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively while remaining engaged in hands-on engineering work.
• Track progress, identify risks, and communicate updates to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Perform individual contributor design work for electronic product development.

Engineering Test Lab Management

• Oversee all aspects of the Engineering Test Lab, including lab staff, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and most specifically in scheduling an test execution to business needs.
• Develop, refine, and enforce standardized testing protocols to ensure product reliability and regulatory compliance to be aligned with industry best practices.
• Actively participate test protocol and apparatus design for new and existing products.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Champion process improvements in both engineering workflows and lab operations.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends to enhance team capabilities.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for product and test failures.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical based new product engineering or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Power Electronics background and/or product control system development experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Deep knowledge of electrical product design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and testing equipment.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Vollrath Core Values

Take Ownership:  Our intention is to match our actions with our words, building trust with others.  We are united in taking responsibility for the success of Vollrath as a whole.

Empower Action: Our intention is to create a workplace where every member can thrive in their growth and contributions with excitement, confidence, and psychological safety.  We support each team member with resources and tools to strengthen collaboration and performance.

Treat All People With Respect: Our intention is to recognize the diverse experiences, styles, and backgrounds of others, treating everyone with dignity.  We aim to foster an inclusive culture where all team members can be their authentic selves and feel safe in voicing their perspectives.