Research & Development Engineering Manager

Bivar; Irvine (CA); In loco; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

ESOP for employee ownership

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Bivar is seeking an innovative Research & Development Engineering Manager to shape its product portfolio. You will transform market insights into new products, leading development from concept through prototyping to commercialization readiness at our Irvine headquarters.

In this onsite role, travel to customers and events will identify opportunities and shape the company's innovation strategy. Bring 5+ years in R&D and strong 3D CAD and validation skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or design for electromechanical/opto-mechanical products.
• Hands-on experience taking products from concept to prototype and commercialization.

Mansioni

• Lead product development from concept through prototyping and commercialization readiness.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Engineering and Manufacturing to drive growth and innovation.

Conoscenze

3D CAD tools

Engineering analysis

Product validation

Problem solving

Project management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical (Photonics), Illuminating Engineering, or related engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

About Bivar

Bivar is a global leader in innovative LED indication and component solutions, serving customers across a wide range of industries. We are an employee-owned company committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Join a team where your contributions make a direct impact on our success!

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative and technically driven Research & Development Engineering Manager to help shape the future of Bivar's product portfolio. In this role, you will transform customer and market insights into new products and technologies that drive growth and strengthen our competitive advantage.

Working closely with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing from our Irvine headquarters, you'll lead product development efforts from concept through prototyping and commercialization readiness. This onsite role includes travel to customers, prospective customers, industry conferences, trade shows, and other events to identify new opportunities, gather market insights, and help drive Bivar's innovation strategy.

Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical (Photonics), Illuminating Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or product design, preferably within electromechanical or opto-mechanical products.
• Strong experience bringing new products from concept through prototype and commercialization.
• Hands-on knowledge of 3D CAD tools, engineering analysis, and product validation.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and designing products for scalability and cost-effective production.
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving and project management skills.

Why Join Bivar

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving every employee a direct stake in the company's success.

At Bivar, we know that strong teams are built from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn't align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. If you're excited about improving product quality, driving continuous improvement, and helping deliver exceptional solutions to customers around the world, we'd love to hear from you.