Manager, Engineering Tools & Equipment

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Location: Largo, FL

Job Summary

The Engineering Manager will lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of plant operations. This role oversees engineering activities, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, safety standards, and manufacturing capabilities. The manager will also serve as a key liaison between product development, maintenance and operations, to drive innovation, efficiency, and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers setting clear goals and fostering professional growth
• Oversee the design of HV wire and cable products, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, UL), and internal quality benchmarks
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes including drawing, stranding, extrusion, and jacketing, with a focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability
• Manage engineering projects from concept to implementation, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope
• Work closely with manufacturing, R&D, quality assurance, and modernization teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions
• Promote adoption of new technologies and eco-friendly solutions such as high-pressure fluid-filled retrofit cables
• Ensure all engineering activities adhere to safety regulations, environmental standards, and corporate policies

Required Education & Experience

Bachelors Degree: Engineering or equivalent technical degree

5-7 Years of Experience: Engineering or Project Management

Preferred Education & Experience

8-11 Years of Experience

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 5-10

Travel

Domestic: Up to 25%

Physical Requirements

Moving: 10%

Standing: 10%

Sitting: 50%

Walking: 25%

Pushing/Pulling: 5%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

Computer/KeyBoard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

Attracts Top Talent

Communicates Effectively

Courage

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Financial Acumen

Skills

Systems Engineering

Critical Thinking

Budgeting

Process Improvement

Continuous Improvement Process

Process Engineering

Tooling

Process Flow Diagrams

Process Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

Engineering Drawings

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.