Electrical Engineering Manager

Pay range: $110-138K DOE

**This position is located in Syracuse, NY.

At Bluefors, we are proud to design and manufacture world-class cryogenic solutions that enable breakthrough discoveries. From our Syracuse, NY facility, home to Cryomech product lines, we develop and build cryogenic systems that power advances in quantum technology, scientific research, and other cutting-edge industries.

Founded in Finland in 2008, Bluefors quickly became the global leader in ultra-low temperature systems. With the addition of Cryomech, Syracuse-based pioneer since 1963, our combined expertise allows us to deliver reliable, high-performance products that scientists, innovators, and industries depend on every day.

Our team of 600+ professionals from over 50 nationalities is united by curiosity, craftsmanship, and a share mission: to help our customers go further. Whether building precision cryocoolers, engineering complete measurement systems, or supporting our products in the field, we focus on quality, collaboration and progress.

Working at Bluefors means contributing to technology that has real impact worldwide. In Syracuse, our employees are the heart of producing the cryogenic systems that enable tomorrow's discoveries - while building rewarding careers in engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, sales, service and beyond.

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineering Manager leads the development and long-term sustainment of high-precision electrical systems for advanced cryogenic applications. This role combines technical leadership with people management, guiding electrical designs from concept through production while maintaining high standards for performance, reliability, and compliance. The manager sets technical direction, ensures design quality, and builds a high-performing electrical engineering team in collaboration with cross-functional partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead architecture, design, and development of high-precision electrical systems, including power distribution, signal measurement, control interfaces, and instrumentation

• Provide technical direction across all phases of electrical development

• Review and approve schematics, wiring diagrams, system layouts, test strategies, and technical documentation

• Guide troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex electrical issues

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth

• Collaborate with software, mechanical, systems, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure robust system integration

• Ensure electrical designs meet performance requirements, safety expectations, and regulatory standards (IEC, UL, CE)

• Lead electrical engineering efforts from concept through production, including sustaining and lifecycle support

• Drive design for reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and long-term product stability

• Oversee component selection, sourcing strategies, and obsolescence mitigation

• Maintain high-quality technical documentation, design records, and test reports

• Identify and implement improvements to design quality, development efficiency, and engineering processes

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align projects with business objectives

• Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency and implement innovative solutions

• Provide expert technical guidance and troubleshooting support

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 5-7 years of electrical engineering experience required, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role. Background in high-precision electrical systems, power distribution, and instrumentation. Experience supporting hardware products through production and sustainment. Experience with schematics, wiring diagrams, system design, simulation, and validation. PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent process/quality certifications preferred.

Employee Benefits

Bluefors offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, long and short-term disability, life, training, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.

Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of disability status, veteran status, or any other New York State or federally protected characteristic.