Electrical Engineering Manager- Hearing DevicesThe Electrical Engineering Manager- Hearing Devices leads a global development team to design, build, and deliver the next generation of hearing aid products. Works alongside industry experts, audiologists, product marketing, industrial design, design quality assurance, and global manufacturing partners to take products from idea through to production. Maintains close surveillance of product development to ensure designs and test results match the technological specifications and end use requirements.
Evaluates feasibility of design, manufacturing, profitability, competitiveness, marketing potential, etc. and makes recommendations.ResponsibilitiesPersonnel:Assists Vice President Global Research and Development in attracting and hiring top engineering talentProvides work direction to engineersTrain and mentor staff in product development processesCoach engineers to maximize KPI scoresKey Component and Product Development:Product specification review and communication with cross-functional team to set development planTranslation of product requirements into actionable technical development tasksLead the technical engineering, design, and developmentAssist development team in working through any roadblocks with deliverablesMonitors resource use by participating in project sign offs at critical phase gatesCommunication window for global technical development teamsProject Engineering:Lead team on multiple projects through key component and product development processesFollow all phase gate deliverables and ensure completion to company standardsDaily interaction with global product marketing, engineering, supplier, manufacturing, and quality teamsExecution of design to specification, manage team to meet schedule and cost requirementsProduction support:Review quality and test data, perform product sample reviews and make design decisions, support value-add / value-engineer opportunities for cost and manufacturing efficiencyTrain global teams on design and functional requirementsRequirementsEducation:A bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited institution in EngineeringAdvanced degree in engineering a plusExperience:5 years of successful and demonstratable technical leadership5 years of project engineering or project management in complex electrical hardware and system development10 years of professional experience in electrical hardware designProficiency reading and understanding patentsWell-qualified candidates will possess working knowledge of hearing aid architecture and designOther Requirements:Ability and willingness to travel both internationally and domestically (approximately 4x/year), communicate with global teams during non-business hoursAbility to work well with numerous diverse groups and individualsAbility to lead and inspire a team of engineersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSkillsInterpersonal & Communication:Can work with a diverse group of people, superior communicator, act as teacher and motivatorStrong feel for what internal and external customers requireAlways ready to dig in to assistInitiative:No-compromise attitude in achieving targetsInnovative yet skeptical of unproven technology; Visionary yet practicalOrganization:Skilled in planning, organizing resources, and establishing priorities for work assignments for optimum resultsAble to handle multiple projectsProblem Solving:Ability to creatively solve problems and utilize internal resources to accomplish tasksIndividual judgment and effective analytical skills are required to deal with situations that may arise and require effective resolutionAttitude:Able to maintain positive attitude under stressGreat demeanor, ability to have fun, and has interest in building a strong culture and high performing teamAssertiveness and resourcefulnessDesire to be challengedTechnical:Well-rounded engineering experience including analog and digital hardware design, microcontrollers, digital communications, wired and wireless communicationBenefitsWe offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:Health & Dental InsuranceCompany paid Life Insurance401(k)Paid Time Off benefitsProduct discountsWellness programs