Engineering Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Engineering Manager jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where manufacturers, technology firms, and healthcare systems maintain deep engineering leadership pipelines. Companies like Rockwell Automation, Oshkosh Corporation, and Epic Systems have long anchored demand for engineering managers who can lead mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams. The market is especially active in industrial automation, medical device development, and defense electronics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Date Posted:
2026-11-10Country:
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OT074: CM - MILWAUKEE, WI 9000 N. Deerbrook Trail Suite 100, Milwaukee, WI, 53223 USAEssential Responsibilities
#1. Troubleshooting
- On a proactive and emergency basis, assist the OAs / OTs on the malfunctioning of equipment, determine needed corrective action see that it is implemented and advise personnel.
- Provide technical direction to branch adjusters and other field personnel
#2. Training
- Provide training on all types of equipment.
- Candidate will provide guidance at job sites, distribute necessary written information to familiarize field personnel with service, new equipment & mod equipment.
- Make regular inspection trips through assigned territory to consult with Service Supervisors, Construction Superintendents, Constructors, Adjusters, and Examiners on problems encountered with product performance.
- Assist in designing and delivering field education classes
#3. Continuous Improvement
- Have control and responsibility for the quality of all service work, new installations, modernization and monitoring first inspection reports and field test and data reports and resolving service problems, new installation, and modernization.
- Utilize the CRC data to resolve problems with the highest callback units in assigned territory.
- Consult with engineering personnel on equipment issues, report and suggest constructive changes based upon experience with products in the field.
- Determine from patterns of complaints when a problem is repetitive and warrants a change in design or manufacture, seek the solution through the respective organization and see that it is completed within in reasonable time-frame.
- Supervising T.I.P. and Re-Work Log systems to keep costs reasonable and realistic.
- Assist supervisors and superintendents in selecting candidates for adjusting assignments.
- Observe all Otis safety policies and procedures.
#4 Communication
- Interacting with Customer at branch level to explain technical problems
-Face-2-face, phone, written communication
- Ability to influence and help customers through challenging situation
#5 Leadership Capabilities
- Good under pressure
- Present to a large group
- Influence
- Professionalism and change management capabilities with customer
- Driving accountability for the OT and field force
- Travel Requirements: The job will require periodic travel.
Education / Certifications
High school degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferredBasic Qualifications
- 5+ years relevant technical elevator experience required
- Ability to work in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
- Candidate must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
- Needs to be self-motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
- Successful candidate should be very comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software
- Strong leadership skills, goal-orientated, strong time management and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of Otis and non-Otis software, as well as preferred experience with current and vintage Otis and non-Otis products
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field required
- Proven experience leading and developing cross-functional engineering teams
- Background in project planning, budgeting, and on-time delivery of technical programs
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, agile development, or similar continuous improvement frameworks
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between engineering staff and executive stakeholders
- Professional Engineer licensure recognized in Wisconsin is preferred for regulated infrastructure roles
Engineering Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering manager in Wisconsin?
Most engineering managers in Wisconsin move into the role after several years as a practicing engineer, typically with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. Wisconsin does not require a specific management license, but engineers working on public infrastructure projects may need a Professional Engineer license through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Building leadership experience through senior engineer or technical lead roles at Wisconsin manufacturers or technology companies is the most common path.
Which companies hire engineering managers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring engineering managers in Wisconsin include MSA Professional Services, Team TTI, and Milwaukee Tool, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's strong manufacturing base means industrial, defense, and medical device companies account for a large share of these openings alongside software-focused employers.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most engineering manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Brookfield have the most engineering manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it is home to major industrial and automation employers, while Madison's concentration of technology companies and the University of Wisconsin system drives consistent demand, and Green Bay and the Fox Valley corridor generate openings through large packaging and manufacturing operations.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields, since engineering managers often need to be present on a production floor or in a lab. About 73% of engineering manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most of those roles sitting in software, systems integration, or program management rather than hands-on manufacturing leadership.
How can I get hired as a engineering manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to step into a senior individual contributor or technical lead role first. Large Wisconsin employers like Rockwell Automation and Oshkosh Corporation regularly hire engineers into lead positions that carry informal supervisory duties, which builds the management credential needed for a formal manager title. Pursuing a Professional Engineer license through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services also signals readiness for regulated leadership roles and gives candidates a competitive edge over peers without it.
Where can I find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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