Technical Business Manager

About the Role

Energy Management Corporation is seeking a technical leader based in Denver—ideally an Electrical Engineer—with deep expertise in VFDs, motors, and control systems, along with a solid understanding of power quality solutions.

This position blends applications engineering, field service leadership, and technical business management. You’ll lead a small team while working directly with customers to deliver solutions, support business growth, and strengthen our presence in industrial markets.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Field Expertise

• Provide advanced technical support for VFDs, motor applications, and control system integration
• Lead troubleshooting and optimization of motor-driven systems in industrial environments
• Apply power quality knowledge (harmonics, power factor, IEEE/IEC compliance) to enhance drive and motor solutions
• Oversee field service efforts to ensure timely and effective issue resolution

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of office staff and field technicians
• Manage scheduling, resources, and project priorities to ensure successful execution
• Foster a safety-first, customer-focused team culture

Business Development

• Partner with sales teams to identify growth opportunities in VFD, motor control, and power quality solutions
• Support proposals, cost estimates, and client presentations with technical expertise
• Act as a trusted advisor to industrial customers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or a related technical field
• 7+ years of experience with VFDs, motors, and industrial control systems, including field service
• Understanding of power quality concepts such as harmonics, reactive power, and monitoring tools
• Hands-on experience with drive commissioning, motor protection, and troubleshooting
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage projects
• Strong business acumen with experience in customer-facing roles and technical proposals
• PE or Master Electrician license (preferred)

Preferred Background

• Experience with OEMs such as ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Rockwell Automation, or Yaskawa
• Background in applications engineering or field service leadership
• Combination of hands-on technical expertise and customer-facing business experience

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives at the intersection of technical expertise, leadership, and business development. You’ll lead a capable team, solve complex industrial challenges, and play a key role in expanding our capabilities in VFDs, controls, and power quality solutions.