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Electrical Systems Engineering Manager - The Toro Company

Engineering Management

Bloomington, Minnesota

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We’re looking for a highly motivated problem-solver who has a passion for the latest technology. This position demands someone with a curious mind and attention to detail. Our ideal candidate is a natural collaborator, open-minded and forward-thinking.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Engineer at The Toro Company (TTC)? Here are the top traits we’re looking for:

  • Curious Learner
  • Collaborative
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Problem Solver
  • Customer-Centric
  • Innovative

Responsibilities

Job ID JR11645 Date posted 10/01/2024

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment visa at this time.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

As part of The Toro Company, this individual will contribute to industry-leading innovation in the development of electrical systems that benefit both customers and the environment. The manager of the RLC systems engineering and electrification team is responsible forassisting the various product teams in meeting their goals, as well as and working with other divisions of the company in leveraging resources, components, tools, and processes. 

The person selected for this role will lead a group of electrical engineers & designers focused on electrifying products for our residential and contractor businesses, as well as other businesses within The Toro Company. Electrical systemsmay include batteries, inverters, generators, electric motors,wire harnesses, and other related components.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: 

  • Collaborate with others to deliver customer-valued innovation.  Participate in both formal and informal Voice of the Customer opportunities by interacting with customers. 

  • Assures project coordination with Engineering Managers, Lead Engineers, Marketing, Management, Operations, Technical services, Legal, Customer Service, and other areas of the organization. 

  • Plans and executes product development programs assuring schedules and goals reflect aggressive but obtainable objectives. 

  • Recognizes problems, whether schedule or resource difficulties and initiates corrective action. 

  • Responsible for budgetary estimates and control of expenditures on assigned projects. 

  • Conducts regular design, quality, cost, manufacturability and safety reviews with project team and support functions. 

  • Collaborates with legal on potential patent activity and any liability cases. 

  • Prepares reports and other communication as required

  • Supervises and leads electrical teams to complete approved tasks & projects in support of engineering program goals and objectives. 

  • Recruit, coach, lead, manage, and discipline an engineering team.  Assist in the personal development of the team, providing resources and opportunities. Conducts performance appraisals and salary reviews in accordance with policy. Sets and monitors objectives for subordinates. 

  • Provides goals and direction to the electrical harnesses and schematics team.

  • Ability to manage geographically dispersed teams 

  • May provide "hands on" technical support on an as needed basis.  

  • Conducts feasibility studies as needed to determine idea practicality, potential problems and specific revisions.  Assists test department in developing and following test plans. 

  • Ensures requirements / specifications are adequately defined for projects.  Assures product reliability, serviceability, safety, cost and performance objectives for the design are established and met. 

  • Provide technical support to Purchasing and Operations to evaluate and select vendor partnerships. Works with vendors to insure selection of quality components. 

  • Reviews, develops, and improves products and processes.  

  • Provides current product support activities as assigned. 

  • Ensure that all product development process (OnePDS) requirements are satisfied and lead the effort to develop and communicate all required project briefs. 

  • Be an engaged participant in strategic planning and multi-generation product planning meetings with the business units.  Collaborate with others develop an enterprise strategy and products roadmap for the company, andassist the divisions in applying technology. 

  • Collaborate with others divisions in the identification and selection of technology partners, production suppliers, resource firms, and manage associated relationships on behalf of the company. 

  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

  • BSEE degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or Business Management (preferred)

  • Professional registration (preferred)

  • Engineering Manager I – Typically 7+ years of relevant experience, Project lead/team lead experience (preferred)

  • Engineering Manager II – Typically 10+ years of relevant experience, Project lead/team lead experience, 2+ years of supervision experience (preferred)

  • Strong customer orientation and the ability to anticipate customer needs

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening skills

  • Motivated to share knowledge with coworkers

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects

  • Ability to build relationships and lead by influence

  • Experience in product development and project management, including proven track record of developing detailed project plans, meeting project deadlines, and holding cross-functional teams accountable for project deliverables and commitments. 

  • Demonstrated experience leading a significant, cross-divisional or corporate wide initiative.

  • Frequent engagement with divisional management teams and product development teams, to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and to facilitate effective project transitions.

  • Collaboration with other members of the product development team, including electrical and mechanical engineers, as well as other divisional engineering teams

  • Coordination, as required, with external development partners.

Other Job-Related Components:(e.g., Physical demands, working conditions, travel)

  • Located at The Toro Company’s worldwide headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota.

  • Limited travel, up to 20% of the time, to corporate offices, test sites, customer locations, supplier/partner facilities, and select industry events. 

What Can We Give You?   

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at ourBloomington, MN HQlocation a variety of perks, including: 

Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment. 

Location – Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters! 

Food - Take advantage of our onsite café, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day. 

Wellness - The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees. 

Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. 

Summer Hours – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday. 

Flexible Work Arrangements – This team is currently implementing a hybrid work schedule. The opportunity to collaborate in the office and work from home part-time, has promoted team-building and flexibility. 

Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants.  Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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Benefits

People are at the heart of what we do at TTC. And we strive to ensure our people have access to the resources and programs that will allow for a healthy lifestyle and build financial security for the future.

  • Health Care

  • Dental Care

  • Health and Wellness Programs

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid Time Off

Career Path

No matter your role within our organization, there are countless learning opportunities. We’ll help you enhance your existing skills and take your career to the next level. Whether it’s through tuition reimbursement or online training, there are always new resources being rolled out, and if you need support to reach your next milestone, you can find it here.

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“I’m impressed by the company culture and innovation that I see here every day. I am inspired to grow at TTC as a software engineer and plan to stick with software engineering in the future.”

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Culture

At TTC, we have a long, proud history of putting our people first. Here, we are continually shaping a more sustainable, inclusive and innovative workplace where people and performance are valued equally and ethics are a way of life. Join us and become an integral part of the better tomorrow that we’re building.

  • Dependability, Stability & Career Growth

    We’re a company that’s been committed to delivering superior innovation and customer care since 1914. Come make an impact and build a lifelong career here driven by a greater purpose.

  • Inclusion

    TTC has a long, proud history of putting our people first. Grounded in values of excellence, integrity and belonging, we foster a safe, warm culture where you can be your true, authentic self, inside and outside of work.

  • Innovation

    We know what it takes to stay ahead of the curve. Across our global brands, we’re always finding new, innovative solutions to break new ground for the customers we serve.

  • Sustainability

    We’ve been longtime advocates for sustainability – and our sights are always on the future. Our commitment to the planet is deeply rooted in our genuine desire to help our customers solve their challenges in the most efficient way and improve the rapidly changing world in which we live.

  • Giving Back to the Local Community

    Volunteering enriches our workplace culture. That’s why we address the issues that are important to us as a company and to our employees by giving back to the community.

Sustainability That Endures

Sustainability is not a new concept for TTC. It’s deeply rooted in our purpose to enrich the beauty and productivity of the land and create a better future for our planet. We continue to pursue this mission through focus, innovation, and transparency, which allows us to meet the demands of the rapidly changing world. Watch the video to learn more about our commitment and contribution to sustainability.

  • Benefits

    We offer a full range of benefit options for your present and future needs including competitive salaries, 401(k)s, paid vacation days, and more.

  • Sustainability

    Sustainability is not a new concept for The Toro Company. It is deeply rooted in our purpose—to help our customers enrich the beauty, productivity and sustainability of the land.

  • Inclusion

    To be a truly successful and sustainable global company, we must treat each other with dignity, respect, and fairness.

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