Engineering Design Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge textured hair technology company seeks an experienced Design Manager to lead the development of an AI-powered hair braiding robot. This pivotal role involves collaboration across engineering and design, shaping the future of hair styling technology while working in a dynamic startup environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience with CAD, preferably Solidworks.
• Experience managing and mentoring other engineers.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and rapid prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of complex technology and product sub-assemblies.
• Own 3D CAD and design requirements through product development.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative products.

Skills

Mechanical intuition

Creative problem solving

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Tools

CAD (Solidworks preferred)

3D printing

CNC machining

Laser cutting

Job description

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Halo Braid is a cutting-edge textured hair technology company that uses breakthrough AI-powered engineering to help people perform beauty routines faster. We believe in healthier, happier hair for all, and we’re cultivating a culture of collaboration and scientific excellence to revolutionise the hair care industry. Our first product is an AI-powered hair braiding robot that empowers stylists to reduce braiding time from hours to minutes.

We’re a small and diverse team of passionate serial entrepreneurs and engineers with experience bringing successful products to market at Apple, Amazon Robotics, and Rivian. We are backed by incredible investors and teams behind MongoDB, Beats Electronics, and Zola.

We are building a team of passionate, dynamic self-starters who are driven by innovation and care for the end customer.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Design Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering our innovative hair braiding robot to market as we near the end of R&D. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of hair styling technology, launch a new product suite, and have a significant impact on our fast-growing mission-driven startup. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic founding team and collaborate across Mechanical Engineering, Design, and Hardware. This role reports to the CTO.

Requirements

YOU HAVE

• 6+ years experience with CAD (Solidworks preferred). GD&T a plus
• Demonstrated design intelligence, mechanical intuition, creative problem solving, and strong attention to detail
• Created and tested proof-of-concept models and prototypes in the R&D stage
• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) & mass manufacturing methods (injection molding, CNC etc.)
• Experience with gear design and linkages, and moving mechanisms
• Rapid prototyping and manufacturing methods (3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting)
• Experience working with Industrial Design to incorporate user needs, ergonomics, and aesthetics
• Excellent communication skills, an ability to clearly convey design ideas and brainstorm
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product, sales, and creative teams
• Adaptability, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a no-task-is-too-small attitude
• Experience managing and mentoring other engineers

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Experience with consumer electronics, robotics, or hair styling tools, startup experience a plus
• Technical expertise with mechatronics components such as sensors, motors, electromagnets
• Experience with design optimization using FEA/CFD simulation

YOU WILL

• Lead development of complex technology and product sub-assemblies;
• Own 3D CAD and design requirements of mechanical systems through product development and launch.
• Take an active role in defining design specifications for a given concept
• Use hand calculations, computer simulation, or lab-based testing to validate designs through the development process.
• Liaise and collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative, scaleable products
• Challenge and develop Halo Braid’s engineering practices to continuously improve design quality.
• Take an active, hands-on role to ensure that all engineering problems are resolved thoroughly.
• Oversee and mentor the technical work of other engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and engineering standards

This role is based in the U.K. Halo Braid is a distributed team currently based in Boston, MA at the Harvard Innovation Labs with a growing team in the U.K.