Engineering Design Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support technology development and new product development projects.
• Using sound engineering principles refine concepts into reliable designs that meet performance, compliance, product integrity and aesthetic requirements for worldwide markets.
• Design for manufacturability, for China production environments.
• Manage output of factory design teams by reviewing design progress and providing feedback
• Liaise with the wider global team departments, including quality, test, marketing, compliance etc.
• Attend global calls giving verbal updates
• Hold mentoring sessions with direct reports and support growth across the team
• Ensure adherence to development processes

Review 3D work for prototyping and manage prototype build and provide guidance to reporting engineers

Requirements

Experience:

·         At least 10 years’ experience in product development in high volume consumer products. Mobile Robotic products preferred.

·         3D CAD proficiency, design experience in multiple processes such as: plastic injection molding, die-casting, sheet metal, machining processes, and assembly processes. Prototype development and testing.

·         Experience working effectively in a cross-functional team environment is essential.

·         Design processes, including DFME, FEA, DFM etc

Functional Skills/Knowledge

·         A broad view and understanding of the product development process, and effective experience leading multi-disciplined team efforts to solve issues by identifying root cause and corrective actions through analysis and testing.

·         Strong leadership qualities, collaborative work ethic and “Make it Happen” type attitude

·         Willingness to challenge others and can accept being challenged

·         Proven ability to implement design changes and pushing technology limits while balancing feasibility criteria such as manufacturability, cost, technology risk, implementation schedule

·         Very good command of English speaking and writing

·         Ability to work with flexible adaptable teams and processes that embrace change and uncertainty

·         Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.

·         Detail-oriented, versatile, organized, articulate and professional.

·         Able to challenge team members on all aspects of design direction.

·         Ability to work under pressure and work overtime if required at peak project times.

Education/Certifications/Affiliations

·         BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or Mechatronics

·         High Skill level and knowledge of Pro Engineer Creo preferred

·         Product management certification a plus

Other Requirements

·         Traveling to supplier factory / staying in factory is required

·         Occasional international travel to visit suppliers or other SharkNinja offices may be required.

·         Ability to work under pressure and work overtime if required at peak project times.