New Product Development jobs in United States

Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware required to join a leading company specializing in advanced deep learning technology for rope inspections. Focused on improving safety and efficiency across industries based in Houston, TX.

The successful Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware will have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in taking an industrial product to market.

Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware Package

$140,000 - $195,000

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Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware Responsibilities

• Oversee the mechanical and electrical design of rope inspection systems, ensuring seamless integration of optical, mechanical, and electronic components.
• Actively participate in design engineering by reworking components and systems to enhance performance, quality, and manufacturability, including hands-on CAD ownership.
• Evaluate and approve components based on functional requirements, cost-efficiency, and supply chain dependability.
• Develop technical solutions, including defining PCBs, electrical circuits (e.g., switches, relays, breakers), enclosures, and thermal systems.
• Apply design principles focused on manufacturability (DFM) and ease of assembly (DFA) to streamline production and maintenance.
• Partner with software and computer vision teams to ensure hardware designs maximize system performance.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams across software engineering, machine learning, product development, and customer success.
• Serve as the primary engineering liaison for manufacturers and suppliers.

Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience as a Lead Hardware Engineer / Head of Hardware role.
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in product development and production.
• In-depth knowledge of 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360), electrical design, and manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Commutable or located in Houston, TX.