Director of Hardware Engineering

Smart Skin Technologies; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Fredericton, New Brunswick, seeks a Director of Hardware Engineering. This strategic role involves leading innovative teams in the design and development of advanced sensor hardware products while collaborating with cross-functional teams. An ideal candidate possesses 10+ years of experience in hardware engineering and a strong background in electronics and mechanical design. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, promoting professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health and dental benefits

Group RRSP with matching

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in hardware engineering, R&D, or product development.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary hardware teams and delivering complex hardware products.
• Strong technical expertise in electronics, PCB design, mechanical integration, and embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware engineering team to deliver innovative sensorized container twins.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in hardware design.
• Build and mentor a high-performing hardware engineering team.

Skills

Leadership in hardware engineering

Technical expertise in electronics

Communication and collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

SmartSkin Technologies delivers advanced manufacturing optimization solutions globally to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our patented, award-winning Quantifeel™ sensor and software platform serves the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies and leading beverage brands. Our engineering and R&D teams are based in New Brunswick, with growing presence in North America and Europe.

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Director of Hardware Engineering to lead the design, development, and innovation of our sensor hardware products. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, this leader will guide multidisciplinary engineering teams, drive innovation, and ensure the delivery of high-performance, scalable hardware solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Hardware Design & Development

• Lead the hardware engineering team to deliver innovative sensorized container twins, integrating PCB, electronics, and mechanical design with customer-specific packaging geometries.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in hardware design, including design for manufacturability, testability and reliability.
• Scale and grow the team, establishing effective onboarding, mentoring, and training processes for new members.
• Direct the creation and refinement of manufacturing tooling, such as custom fixtures, jigs, and equipment, to ensure scalable, consistent and reliable end products.
• Collaborate with software, firmware, and product management teams to align hardware design with product goals and market requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and materials to improve product performance, efficiency, and innovation.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Build, mentor, and grow a high-performing hardware engineering team across electronics, mechanical, and embedded disciplines.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support professional development, career growth, and cross-functional collaboration for engineering staff.
• Lead technical planning, resource allocation, and project execution within the hardware team.

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Collaborate and define the hardware vision and roadmap to support long-term product innovation and organizational growth.
• Ensure engineering decisions balance performance, reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish engineering standards, documentation practices, and best-in-class design processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electronics, mechatronics, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
• 10+ years of leadership experience in hardware engineering, R&D, or product development.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary hardware teams and delivering complex hardware products.
• Strong technical expertise in electronics, PCB design, mechanical integration, and embedded systems.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Experience defining hardware roadmaps, technical standards, and driving engineering innovation.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with sensors, IoT devices, or embedded systems hardware design.
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping, validation, and product development processes.
• Demonstrated success in leading innovation-driven engineering teams.

What We Offer

• A high-impact leadership role shaping the hardware engineering vision for a global technology leader.
• A collaborative, innovation-driven environment with opportunity to influence the next generation of sensor products.
• Relocation assistance for candidates outside New Brunswick may be available.

SmartSkin is driven by integrity, innovation, and ambition. We offer competitive compensation, company-paid health and dental benefits, a Group RRSP with matching, and real opportunities to grow your career while making an impact in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Please apply online at https://smartskintech.com/careers/ for this opportunity. We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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