We’re looking for a dynamic Electrical Engineering Department Manager to lead our thriving Electrical & Telecom Engineering team in Salt Lake City, UT. This is a high-impact leadership role for a seasoned Electrical Engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about mentoring talent, driving technical excellence, and building strong client relationships. As Department Manager, you’ll oversee a talented group of engineers, designers, and technical managers, guiding them through complex building electrical and telecom projects across diverse markets—including aviation, transportation, and federal sectors. You’ll serve as a technical expert, project leader, and Engineer of Record, while also shaping the strategic direction of the department through workload management, quality assurance, and business development. This is more than a management role—it’s an opportunity to grow a team, expand service offerings, and make a lasting impact through innovative engineering solutions and trusted client partnerships. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Oversee the daily operations of a high-performing electrical and telecom engineering team, promoting collaboration and technical excellence. • Play a client-facing role in securing new work and expanding existing contracts through strategic relationship-building and proposal development. • Provide expert engineering guidance to support the Designer of Record (DOR) and ensure project success. • Conduct thorough design reviews and quality control checks to ensure accuracy, compliance, and innovation. • Uphold Michael Baker International’s project protocols and standards, fostering a culture of consistency and accountability. • Review construction submittals, respond to RFIs, and evaluate corrective actions for field-related issues. • Utilize tools like Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat PDF, and MS Teams to streamline communication and documentation. • Coordinate with Senior Engineers, Project Managers, and other disciplines to align schedules and drive project momentum. • Develop scopes of work and accurate man-hour estimates to support efficient project planning and execution. • Contribute to marketing efforts and proposal development to position the team for continued success. • Stay current with industry trends and best practices through ongoing training, seminars, and professional development. • Maintain professional credentials, including an active NCEES record, and additional licensure as needed. • Conduct occasional site visits to assess progress, troubleshoot issues, and strengthen client relationships. • Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and organizational goals. Leadership Acumen Expectations • Demonstrates strong critical thinking and sound judgment in complex engineering and business scenarios. • Upholds high ethical standards and fosters a culture of integrity and accountability. • Provides visionary departmental leadership, aligning team goals with broader organizational objectives. • Apply deep technical expertise to guide engineering decisions and mentor staff across all levels. • Manages time effectively, balancing competing priorities and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work. • Maintains proficiency in the latest technologies, theories, and practices relevant to electrical engineering. • Exercises practical budgetary oversight, contributing to project profitability and resource optimization. • Thrives in high-pressure environments, skillfully managing multiple tasks and deadlines with composure. • Builds and leads collaborative, high-performing teams through trust, transparency, and shared success. • Communicates with clarity and confidence, both in writing and in person, across technical and non-technical audiences. Supervisory Responsibilities • Provide guidance to a team of up to 15-20 team members. • Executes personnel management duties to include hiring, training, timekeeping approval, performance assessment, promotion/career progression recommendations, retention, voluntary turnover, disciplinary action and employment termination Required Experience • 15+ years of experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Master’s Degree desired. • PE (Professional Engineering) Licensure • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills. • Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Maintain professional licensure in the state in which the employee resides • Proficiency with SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, AGI32, Revit, MS Office Suite • Available for periodic travel. COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $119,000 to $207,000 annually. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. #LI-LL1