Design Engineering Manager

Careerwise Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Careerwise Recruitment seeks a Design Engineering Manager for an electronics client based in Warwick, UK. You will lead a multi-site design team through NPI and development, guiding concept development, verification, validation, and product release to meet customer and business objectives.

You will drive CI initiatives, CAD and PCB tooling, ensure quality with the QMS, and collaborate with customers to translate requirements into robust electronics and sensor products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of related design engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of interfacing signals to PLC platforms and programming languages.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks) and PCBA testing.
• Six-Sigma / Design of experiments a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multi-site design engineering team.
• Oversee NPI and development from concept to product release.
• Drive CI projects and kaizen events to improve yields.
• Prepare specifications, test plans, and data sheets.
• Interface with customers and support QA/QMS compliance.
• Redesign and upgrade PCB designs as components become obsolete.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Schematic interpretation

PCB testing

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

LabVIEW

SolidWorks

PLC programming

Gerber/PCB tooling

Job description

Design Engineering Manager required for Electronics client based in Warwick, UK.Lead and manage the Design Engineering team through the entire new product introduction (NPI) and development process, including concept development, design verification, design validation, and product release. Direct and support departmental responsibilities related to the design, development, building, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of both new and existing electronic sensor products. Ensure projects are delivered on time, meet quality and performance requirements, and align with customer and business objectives.

Responsibilities

Manages multi-site design engineering team, providing mentoring, coaching, talent development, performance reviews, and disciplinary action as needed.Provides engineering leadership and direction throughout the new product introduction (NPI) and development processFacilitate development of list of meaningful CI projects and execution of Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.Run kaizen events and rapid problem-solving exercises and other learning events.Drive factory yield improvements through establishing systems/tools that enable effective data capture, process enhancements, design changes and early design input during new product development.Execute and manage capital and noncapital projects (such as cost reduction, transitions, etc.).Drive improvement of unit cost management including cost savings, quality measures, product cost, productivity, escapes and first pass yields.Drives deployment of Built in Quality, the reduction in quality escapes, and Cost of Quality for assigned areas of responsibility.Support the Quality Management System (QMS) policies and procedures.Identify product application opportunities from which the product line is to evolve.Interpret Rochester’s obligations in matters of compliance with customers’ performance specifications and regulatory agency and other industry standards.Maintains documentation in accordance with quality assurance standards.Prepare specifications, test plans, control plans, and technical data sheets for internal and external use.Creates schematics, generates Gerber files as required for new PCB applications including drill plans, silkscreens, and bill of materials.Compiles parts lists, orders components, assembles and tests prototype PCB assemblies.Performs analysis, simulations, and testing of electronic systems and prepares corrective actions as needed.Supports design of new electronic and sensor products or modifications of existing electronic and sensor products to meet the needs of customers.Provides technical specifications and drawings for procuring PCB assemblies for new products.Prepares appropriate APQP documentation.Interfaces with customers and participates in system and field testing of electronic products.Redesigns and upgrades PCB designs as components become obsolete or outdated. Serves on related committees and participates in meetings as required. Actively supports the defined goals and objectives of the company. Projects a professional, total-quality image in all aspects of this position. Performs other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related discipline. 8+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience/combined education. Strong knowledge of interfacing signals communicating sensor output to PLC platforms and programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, structured text), preferably in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Bluetooth, RF, Radar sensor communication designs a plus Knowledge of CAD tools required. Experienced with standard manufacturing software / equipment programming. (LabView, PLC, SolidWorks, etc.). Six-Sigma / Design of experiments a plus Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. Hands-on experience with troubleshooting electrical systems, soldering, and PLC programs. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. PCBA firmware and software programming desirable training Good oral and written business communication skills.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 25% travel may be required