Engineering Manager, Electrics

Kalmar Corp

Ottawa, KS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Atlassian JIRA, Benchmarking, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Documentation, Editing, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Engineering Management, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Industry Standards, Logistics, Mentoring, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Proofreading, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Sales, Shipping/Receiving, Software Development, Sustainability, System Validation, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Technology Analysis, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ottawa, KS
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Description

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world.

Join us and take your career to the next level.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To support the development, implementation, and validation of electrical systems for Terminal Tractors. This role is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of multiple Electrics Development Engineers to support existing and future vehicle platforms.

What are your key responsibilities?

• Recruit, mentor, and manage electrical engineers, fostering skill growth, providing feedback, and building a collaborative environment. • Execute and oversee engineering projects by managing timelines, resources, and ensuring delivery. • Direct technical activities, reviewing designs, ensuring technical accuracy, improving processes, and solving complex technical challenges. • Liaise with other departments and external partners to communicate needs, progress, and technical information. • Implement and refine development, testing, and development processes, focusing on efficiency, quality, and sustainability. • Plan resource requirements, inter-team assignments, and analyze technology trends to complete product development projects. • Ensure that requirements are developed so that software can be created supporting regulatory compliance. • Apply the principles of ISO 26262 to the functional safety of electrical and electronic systems.

What we offer you

People who move together

Purpose that drives change

Youll have a direct impact on Kalmars future and contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational breakthroughs.

Rewards that count

Youll have development opportunities to grow, and we prioritize work-life balance, providing flexible working hours and a hybrid work model tailored to meet your needs.

Competitive Benefits

You will have comprehensive healthcare options, matching 401K performance-based annual bonus system, 3 weeks paid time off, and 11 holidays.

People who move economies

Youll collaborate with a global team, build strong relationships, solve challenges, celebrate wins, and connect with colleagues and clients in an open, sustainable culture.

Safety that moves us forward

Beyond physical safety, youll benefit from the stability of a long-standing company established in the 1940s, offering strong job security and a reliable foundation for your career.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent

Experience

5 years of proven experience with vehicle electrical systems development or a related field

Mobile equipment experience is a plus

Comfortable working with requirements management tools, e.g., Jama, DOORS, Jira, Confluence

Competencies

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail. • Proficiency in using documentation tools and software, e.g., Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Confluence. • Strong understanding of requirements engineering principles and methodologies. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to mobile equipment is a plus. • Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Working Together with

Will be required to work closely with other TT Engineering personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups worldwide.

Other Information

Travel domestically and internationally will be needed.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today. Please submit your resume/CV today for consideration.

Kalmar is part of a global organization. We have a very talented and diverse workforce focused on equity & inclusion.

We believe in our people as it is our people who really make the difference.

We always work in close collaboration with our customers, deliver on our promises, and never walk away, no matter how big the challenge.

We succeed because we do it together.

With us, you will have the opportunity to realize your potential and become an important member of our global team.

About Kalmar

Kalmar Nasdaq Helsinki KALMAR is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry-shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centers, manufacturing, and heavy logistics.

Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the companys sales totaled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.

www.kalmarglobal.com

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