Electrical Engineering Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead and supervise High Voltage Department team in daily operations and maintenance activities; ensure timely completion of all OM and PM work orders with zero backlog while maintaining first-class operational standards .

Posted 4/10/2026full-timePoughkeepsie • Connecticut, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,000 - $140,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and supervise High Voltage Department team in daily operations and maintenance activities; ensure timely completion of all OM and PM work orders with zero backlog while maintaining first-class operational standards
Oversee vendor preventative maintenance programs and coordinate repairs for electrical equipment including UPS Systems, Generators, Static Transfer Switches, ATSs, and Load Centers; monitor and maintain system reliability for critical electrical distribution systems
Develop maintenance specifications and lead multi-year electrical switchgear maintenance, building shutdown projects, and medium voltage switching operations; supervise facilities during electrical events and serve as main contact for local utility company
Coordinate with client stakeholders through weekly Electrical Systems meetings providing updates on maintenance activities, project involvement, and action plans; communicate utility disturbances promptly and maintain historical documentation
Provide electrical engineering support for campus projects by developing detailed scopes of work, cost estimates, and reviewing engineering designs; review/perform short circuit, coordination, and arc fault studies; author Field Switching Procedures for critical work
Support equipment startup, commissioning, and switching operations for new installations; prepare Root Cause Analysis reports for significant electrical events; assist Project Managers with vendor coordination and proposal submissions
Prepare department for campus growth by maintaining up-to-date documentation on system state and EOL status for critical equipment; perform site assessments, develop strategic planning improvements, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and site protocols

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical field
Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in high voltage electrical systems, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role; data center experience a plus
Extensive knowledge of electrical distribution systems, UPS systems, generators, critical environment support equipment, and medium voltage operations; proficiency in electrical system design, troubleshooting, and repair methodologies
Experience with CMMS work order management systems, Excel, and Word; working knowledge of SKM software a plus
Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams with strong project management skills; experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and balancing multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to prepare detailed technical reports, procedures, analyses, and deliver effective presentations for client meetings
Exceptional reliability, work ethic, and self-motivation with strong problem-solving capabilities and commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

high voltage electrical systemselectrical distribution systemsUPS systemsgeneratorsmedium voltage operationselectrical system designtroubleshootingrepair methodologiesshort circuit studiesarc fault studies

Soft Skills

leadershipproject managementcommunicationproblem-solvingself-motivationcontinuous improvementcustomer satisfactionteam developmentvendor managementprioritization

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering