Systems Engineering Manager
Location: near Racine, WI (relocation assistance available)
Salary: $145,000-$155,000 + Bonus Potential (OTE: $150-165k)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, 401K, Holidays, Generous PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F; 8am-5pm (flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Systems Engineering Manager (software development exp. req.) Description
Our client, an industrial manufacturer, is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager to join their engineering team outside of Racine, WI. They have evolved over the last few years from being just a hardware company to becoming a more software-driven manufacturer. Given this expansion, they have created this leadership position to add more infrastructure within their Programming Team (5). You will be responsible for leading the planning and delivery of their embedded hardware and software projects across their electro-hydraulic equipment. Their applications are used within a recession-proof industry and because they’ve prioritized automation over the last two years, they have doubled their results. In a time where stability is top of mind, you can feel both secure about making this transition as well as energized by the impact you can make with a company looking for your guidance as they continue to usher in their next phase of innovation. They are looking for candidates with strong project management experience who can speak to their background on how they have led projects to fruition within the highest quality and performance standards. Whether you have people leadership experience or are looking to take the next step in your career, this is a great opportunity for someone looking for more stability and impact.
Systems Engineering Manager (software development exp. req.) Responsibilities
- Lead the development of embedded software, vision systems, and related hardware
- Oversee Programming Team (5) and the delivery of their embedded systems projects
- Establish clear performance goals, mentor engineering team, and provide feedback
- Manage project timelines, scope, resource planning, and change management
- Partner with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure seamless system performance
- Create and implement best practices for embedded software development
- Develop and enforce a structured testing and release strategy
- Define test cases, performance benchmarks, and failure criteria for validation processes
- Implement a revision control system for software releases to support field reliability
- Recommend technologies that enhance product safety and automation
- Encourage a culture of responsibility, innovation, and continuous improvement
Systems Engineering Manager (software development exp. req.) Qualifications
- Strong background within systems engineering required
- Project leadership experience through manufacturing required
- Experience integrating software and hardware projects required
- Hands-on coding (any language) experience is required
- Able to work onsite daily required
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $145,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This is an onsite position outside of Racine in Mount Pleasant, WI. Are you able to work onsite each day? How long is your commute?
- If you are not currently in driving distance to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, how long would it take you to start and relocate for the right opportunity?
- Our client is offering a base salary of $145,000-$155,000. Does this fall within your expectations or what would you be looking for to make a move?
- If you have a LinkedIn (not required), please share the URL.
Experience:
- project leadership : 2 years (Required)
- systems engineering : 3 years (Required)
- programming/coding : 3 years (Required)
- software development : 3 years (Required)
Work Location: On the road
