Manager, Design Standards and Innovation Programs

IPC; United States; Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

IPC is seeking a dynamic Manager for Design Standards and Innovation Programs to lead the development of next-generation standards in the electronics design industry. This role involves collaboration with global design experts and managing programs that impact cutting-edge system designs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, project management experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least three years of work experience in electronics or related field in design.
• At least one year of project management experience.
• Standards Development experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee standards development projects.
• Support the launch of new programs and design standards.
• Coordinate design-focused events from concept to execution.

Skills

Technical mindset

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manager, Design Standards and Innovation Programs

Manager, Design Standards and Innovation Programs

Position reports to Senior Director, Industry Standards.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about shaping the future of electronics design? IPC is seeking a dynamic and visionary Manager – Design Standards and Innovation Programs to lead the development of next-generation standards, revise critical existing standards, and drive key initiatives that elevate the global electronics design community.

In this important role, you’ll lead, liaise, and collaborate with a global network of design experts—guiding standards from initial concept to publication—and play a key role in advancing design excellence across the electronics industry. Using established tools and processes, you'll manage programs that directly impact how cutting-edge systems are designed and built.

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead industry-shaping projects, grow a thriving design community, and champion innovation in a rapidly evolving field, we invite you to join us.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee standards development projects that define and promote best practices in electronics design, leveraging approved tools and established processes.
• Support the launch of new programs and design standards to strengthen IPC’s leadership in electronics design innovation.
• Coordinate design-focused events from concept to execution, including planning, logistics, and volunteer recognition efforts.
• Provide technical guidance and clear communication on standards interpretation and technology application.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• At least three years of work experience in electronics or related field in design
• Must be technically minded and focused
• At least one year of project management related experience
• Standards Development experience highly preferred
• Experience working with internal and external teams; ability to collaborate and partner effectively
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, and able to communicate with upper management
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

IPC International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.IPC has a hybrid work environment. Position reports to the Senior Director Industry Standards. The pay range for this position considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting pay rates. In addition to compensation benefits, IPC offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail:[e-mail] line should say: Design

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Since 1957, IPC has been guiding the electronics industry through dramatic changes. IPC is the only trade association that brings together all the players in this industry: designers, component makers, printed circuit board manufacturers, electronics assembly companies, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers. More than 3,200 companies around the world depend on IPC programs and services to further their competitive excellence and financial success. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, technology solutions, industry intelligence and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $3 trillion global electronics industry.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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