Systems Engineering Manager (hardware + software + mfg exp req)

Our client, an industrial manufacturer, is looking for an Embedded Software & Systems Integration Engineering Manager to join their engineering team in Mount Pleasant, 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). In this role, you will lead the planning and delivery of embedded hardware and software initiatives across their electro-hydraulic product line. Your time will be balanced across key areas, including 30% focused on project management, 20% on technical oversight, 30% on testing and validation, and 20% on team leadership and development. 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.

Engineering Manager, Embedded Systems - Hardware & Software (manufacturing) 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

Do you have experience in Team management?, * Strong background within systems engineering/systems integration required

• People leadership experience within manufacturing required
• Experience integrating software and hardware projects required
• Hands-on coding (any language) experience is required
• Able to work onsite daily required, * people leadership : 2 years (Required)
• systems engineering : 3 years (Required)
• programming/coding : 3 years (Required)
• software development: 3 years (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Relocation assistance, * 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently overseeing any direct reports, or when was the last time you were in a leadership role?
• 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 $150-160k + Bonus. 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.