George Sotiropoulos
Senior Engineering Manager
Executive Summary & Candidate Overview
George's career trajectory spans diverse leadership roles, including Electrical Engineering Manager at L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES and Senior Engineering Manager at Continental Automotive Systems. He has a proven track record of overseeing complex projects, managing budgets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. George's strategic vision, coupled with his hands-on approach to leadership, has been instrumental in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within his teams.
Accomplishments and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Throughout his career, George has achieved significant milestones, including guiding global engineering teams in designing advanced technical communications equipment, securing multi-billion-dollar contracts through successful bidding processes, and implementing process improvements to increase productivity and quality. His ability to mentor and develop talent, establish strategic partnerships, and navigate cultural differences has been instrumental in driving business growth and maintaining a competitive edge in dynamic markets.
Location and Travel
Open to On-Site, Hybrid, and Remote Roles.
Remote Roles: Open to discussing remote opportunities based on the specific position and requirements.
Compensation Seeking: Competitive salary aligned with industry standards and role expectations.
Position Seeking: Senior leadership roles in engineering and R&D management within innovative technology-driven companies.
Work Experience
Electrical Engineering Manager L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES - Rochester, NY May 2021 to October 2023
Led global Electrical Engineering group in designing advanced technical communications equipment.
Managed stakeholder relationships, optimized resource allocation, and monitored project milestones.
Implemented professional development programs and established SOPs to drive quality and efficiency.
Senior Electrical Engineering Manager CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS - Deer Park, IL January 2016 to May 2021
Directed global Engineering division focused on R&D of automotive embedded systems.
Mentored diverse engineering teams, shaped a culture of continuous improvement, and facilitated cross-functional collaboration.
Oversaw strategic planning, budget management, and adherence to ISO26262 guidelines.
Electrical Engineering Manager CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS - Deer Park, IL May 2021 to October 2023
Guided North American Electrical Engineering division in designing embedded electronics for automotive space.
Led new design projects, managed supplier relationships, and ensured alignment with operational demands.
Spearheaded engineering quote process for new business bids, securing contracts totaling $2.5B during tenure.
Senior Engineering Manager | Head of R&D CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS - Deer Park, IL January 2006 to December 2015
Managed North American Electrical Engineering division of 50+ engineers throughout US and Mexico.
Oversaw design, development, and production of next-gen embedded electronics for automotive space.
Led engineering quote process for new business bids/RFx, generating estimates of R&D and BOM costs.
Senior Electrical Engineer CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS - Deer Park, IL May 2002 to December 2005
Collaborated with diverse teams on supporting various programs through product lifecycle.
Conducted functional electrical and EMC testing, provided troubleshooting, and led design review process.
Designed Bare Die Mounting Method for Thermal Stress Relief on LTCC, resulting in patent approval.
Education
Master of Business Administration in Business Administration
Boise State University - Boise, ID (2024)
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering & Electronics
University of Manchester - Manchester
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Patras - Πάτρα
Master in Project Management
George Washington University - Washington, DC
