American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Best Practices, Bill of Materials (BOM), Coaching, Commercial Construction, Commissioning, Component Selection, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Distribution Services, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Components, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering Management, Field Trials, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Illustrating Ability, Industry Standards, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Medium Voltage (MV), Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Development, Product Engineering, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Management, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Software Engineering, SolidWorks, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Switchgear, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Willing to Travel
Onsite:
Travel: As needed.
Join the Maverick Power Team!
At Maverick Power, we don’t just build power distribution solutions—we redefine industry standards. Recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list as #16 in the U.S., #2 in Manufacturing, and #1 in Texas, we are committed to driving innovation, quality, and speed. With multiple manufacturing facilities across North Texas and Phoenix, we are expanding rapidly and looking for top talent to grow with us
If you are ready to be part of a high-energy, solutions-driven team where your work makes an impact, Maverick Power is the place for you.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!
- Paid Time Off, 401K Matching, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!
- High-growth organization with advancement opportunities!
- Diverse, Collaborative, & Fun Work Environment!
About the Role:
The Engineering Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, execution, and performance of Maverick Power’s mechanical and electrical engineering teams. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role translates strategic objectives into operational execution, ensuring engineering deliverables are accurate, manufacturable, compliant, and released on schedule.
The Engineering Manager directly manages Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering while partnering closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, R&D and project management to meet business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide senior technical leadership across electrical and mechanical design of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards, ensuring system-level performance, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance
- Lead end-to-end product development for switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards, coordinating electrical design, mechanical layout, thermal performance, and structural integrity from concept through production release
- Establish and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, revision controls, and best practices across electrical and mechanical disciplines
- Drive project schedules, define engineering milestones, manage technical risk, and ensure on-time delivery of engineering deliverables
- Lead and participate in cross-functional design reviews, ensuring alignment between engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and project management
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards including UL, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and CSA
- Partner with manufacturing engineering to support design-for-manufacturability (DFM), cost optimization, and scalable production of switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards
- Oversee and technically direct contract and third-party engineering resources, ensuring external designs meet internal standards, schedules, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements
- Support supply chain activities including component selection, vendor technical reviews, and qualification of electrical and mechanical components
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues encountered during design, fabrication, testing, commissioning, and field operation
- Mentor and guide engineers across disciplines by reviewing drawings, calculations, schedules, and technical documentation
- Participate in performance reviews, provide ongoing coaching, and contribute to individual development plans for engineers and technical staff, supporting skill growth and succession planning
- Support customer-facing technical discussions, applications engineering, and resolution of complex or custom project requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in product design, engineering processes, and development schedules based on lessons learned and field feedback
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in electrical distribution or industrial manufacturing.
- Minimum of 5 years' leading engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of UL, NEC, IEEE/ANSI, and safety standards.
- Experience supporting manufacturing with drawings, BOMs, and testing documentation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong SolidWorks expertise in industrial or electrical equipment design.
- ERP experience in engineer-to-order or configure-to-order environments.
- Background in switchgear, panelboards, or critical power equipment.
- Experience driving operational improvements in engineering execution.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing on the manufacturing floor and sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds at times.
Work Environment:
May work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings. Maintaining the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.
EEO/AAP Statement
We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Maverick Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.