Engineering Design Manager Jobs in Ohio
Engineering Design Manager jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring in advanced manufacturing, automotive systems, defense, and industrial automation sectors, covering the full range from early-career team leads through senior principal-level positions. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring activity, where established employers like Honda, Parker Hannifin, and Procter and Gamble maintain deep engineering footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are product development management, mechanical systems design, and CAD-driven process engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Lead, Electrical Engineering – Hardware Design
Job Code: 42482
Job Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Schedule: 4/10: Employess work 10 hour shifts, 4 days a week
Job Description:
This Electrical Engineering position is in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, requiring tasking flexibility to meet ever changing customer objectives. It will require the ability to work within a team structure as well as work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are crucial.
Essential Functions:
- Analog and digital design of ruggedized electronics for ordnance applications.
- Circuit tolerance analyses using hand calculations and Spice tools
- Requirements development, refinement, and compliance.
- Generate test plans and test reports related to product performance (Brassboard, Design Verification, Qualification, Firing Properties, etc.)
- Lead and direct test activities in all phases of product development cycle.
- Lead failure investigations using structured tools (8D, Fishbone, Cause & Effect, etc.).
- Generate material for and lead design reviews for all phases of the product development cycle.
- Act as primary technical interface to internal and external customers.
- Provide inputs (material and labor estimates) for Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
- Generate Engineering Orders (EOs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
- Mentor electrical engineering staff
- Lead and multi-task across several projects simultaneously
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering or related field of study and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree in electrical engineering or related field and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
- 5+ years of experience designing with basic analog building blocks including differential amplifiers, op amps, LDOs, filters, and data converters.
- 5+ years of experience designing with basic digital building blocks including logic gates, flip flops, timers, and filters.
- 4+ years of experience with power conversion concepts (AC/DC, DC/DC, and DC/AC, Linear and Switching Supplies)
- 5+ years of experience in troubleshooting using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, meters, etc.)
- 4+ years of experience with schematic capture and/or board layout utilities (Altium, PADS, etc.)
- 4+ years of experience lead a large-scale technical project from start to completion with minimal guidance
- 4+ years of experience in preparing and participating in design reviews (internal and external)
- 4+ years of experience in creating Technical Documentation (Test Plans, Test Reports, Drawings, etc.)
Preferred Additional Skills:
- 4+ years of experience with Temperature sensors, MEMs accelerometers, differential pressure sensors, and GYROs
- 5+ years of experience with serial communication buses including UART, SPI, and I2C
- 5+ years of experience with Root Cause analysis
- 4+ years of experience with general design best practices (EMI suppression, ESD protection, and Short circuit protection)
- 5+ years of experience with power supply and power conditioning design
- 5+ Years designing Electronic Safety and Arming Devices (ESADs) and Ignition Safety Devices IAW MIL-STD-1316 and MIL-STD-1901A.
- 5+ years of experience presenting ESAD/ESAF/ISD designs to the Safety Review Boards (AFSRB, FISTRP, NNMSB)
- 3+ years of experience energetic materials interfacing/testing (EFDIs, LEEFIs, Lead Charges, Boosters).
- 5+ years of design for extreme environments (Vibration, Shock, Temperature, Temperature & Humidity)
- Team Player with excellent communication skills to work effectively across different engineering disciplines.
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Engineering Design Manager Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon10

- Meta3

- Silco Fire & Security3

- L3Harris1

- STONHARD1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering design manager jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors
- Five or more years of progressive engineering experience with at least two in a leadership role
- Demonstrated proficiency with CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo
- Experience managing cross-functional design teams through full product development lifecycles
- Familiarity with ISO, ASME, or industry-specific standards relevant to Ohio manufacturing environments
Engineering Design Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering design manager in Ohio?
Most engineering design managers in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and several years of hands-on design or project engineering experience. Ohio requires licensure through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors for roles involving public safety sign-off, which means passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Employers in advanced manufacturing and defense typically prioritize candidates who combine that licensure with demonstrated team leadership experience.
Which companies hire engineering design managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring engineering design managers in Ohio right now include Amazon, Meta, and Silco Fire & Security, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's strong concentration of automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing companies means demand for this role stays consistent well beyond a single industry.
Which Ohio cities have the most engineering design manager jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Bowling Green have the most engineering design manager openings in Ohio. Columbus draws hiring from both Honda's North American operations and a growing advanced manufacturing corridor, Cleveland concentrates demand through its aerospace, defense, and medical device sectors anchored by large legacy employers, and Cincinnati's presence of Procter and Gamble and aerospace suppliers makes it a consistent source of senior design leadership roles.
Are there remote engineering design manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields, since engineering design managers typically oversee lab teams, review physical prototypes, and walk production floors. About 0% of engineering design manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with most of those hybrid arrangements rather than fully remote. The parts of the role most suited to remote work are design review meetings, documentation, and vendor coordination rather than hands-on team supervision.
How can I get hired as a engineering design manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a design engineer or senior engineer role first, then stepping into team lead responsibilities within the same organization. Large Ohio manufacturers like Honda, Parker Hannifin, and GE Aerospace run structured rotational or early-career engineering programs that expose new graduates to project ownership faster than most paths. Building a portfolio of completed design projects, pursuing your Fundamentals of Engineering certification through the Ohio State Board, and targeting coordinator or lead engineer roles in Ohio's automotive and industrial sectors creates a credible bridge to a manager title.
Where can I find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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