Engineering Lead vs Manager - What's the Difference?

Want to know what the typical engineering org chart looks like — and how to climb it? In this video, I break down every level from VP to Director and all the way down to a entry-level engineers and designers. I'll explain how responsibilities shift, and give you the career insights you won’t learn in school. Whether you're an EE student or early-career engineer, this video will give you a clear roadmap for growing your career. This video explains various engineering roles, offering valuable career advice. It helps you understand management fundamentals and the nuances of a manager role. Learn about leadership and how these positions fit within project management, guiding your own career path. 🎯 Covers: Rule of Threes in management Org. Chart and levels explained from VP down to designers- Engineering Management & project leadership responsibilities Where YOU fit in How to grow beyond your current role ⌚️- Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Rule of Threes 00:52 - Director Role 03:50 - Engineering Manager Role 06:10 - Project Lead Role 07:55 - Designers/Technical Specialists 09:55 - Support Staff 10:50 - Factors that affect the Hierarchy 👋 Who am I? I'm Nenad, and I've worn many hats on my career journey. I began as an Electrical Engineer, became an Entrepreneur and Digital Nomad, and today, I proudly hold the position of Engineering Manager in the Power Industry. I've taken a slightly different path to get here which gave me different insights into engineering as a career and life in general. I hope that some of this helps you on your journey. ▶️ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more valuable insights on engineering, career development, and career/lifestyle tips. If you found this video helpful, please give it a thumbs up and share it with fellow engineers looking to supercharge their careers. #engineeringcareer #electricalengineering #engineers #hiringmanager #electricalengineering #engineeringhiringmanager #engineeringtips #bestyear #engineeringlife #electricalengineeringstudent #electricalengineeringjobs #engineeringorgchart