Senior Manager, Hardware Design Engineering

Celestica Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Richardson, TX seeks a Senior Manager, Hardware Design Engineering to lead cross-functional teams in delivering robust hardware products.

You will guide electrical and mechanical design, collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, reliability, and industrial design to optimize performance, and provide end-to-end technical support throughout manufacturing lifecycle. The role emphasizes driving complex hardware architecture, engaging with customers and suppliers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
• Masters Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred
• Educational requirements may vary by geography

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and implementation of technical solutions for complex projects involving multiple domains
• Serve as a technical expert and team leader
• Engage with customers and suppliers on product roadmaps and support
• Review customer requirements/specifications and act as primary customer contact
• Develop and lead deployment of strategic complex programs and coordinate site-wide efforts
• Manage relationships with key vendors/partners

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Communication

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

3D modeling

Schematic capture

Simulation tools

Job description

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Senior Manager, Hardware Design Engineering

Date: Oct 23, 2026

Summary

The Senior Manager, Hardware Design Engineering (TPL) leads cross-functional collaboration between design teams, customers, manufacturing, and project leadership to deliver robust, high-quality products. They integrate feedback from manufacturing, supply chain, reliability, and industrial design reviews to optimize hardware performance. Beyond initial design, they provide end-to-end technical support throughout the system’s manufacturing lifecycle.

Electrical Focus: Directs the development of complex electrical systems and circuits. This includes overseeing the transition from research and schematic capture to rigorous simulation, validation, and system qualification.

Mechanical Focus: Manages the design and maintenance of mechanical systems and modules. They leverage 3D modeling and advanced simulations to validate concepts, ensuring all mechanical solutions meet stringent performance and reliability standards.

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Detailed Description

• Lead the design, development and implementation of technical solutions for complex projects, involving multiple domains. Participate in project planning and scheduling
• Serve as a technical expert and leader to the team
• Engage with customers and suppliers on and product roadmaps and support
• Review and interpret customer requirements/specifications and may act as primary customer contract
• Analyze trade-offs in complex systems and recommend solutions
• Develop and lead the deployment of strategic complex programs and coordinate site-wide deployment efforts.
• May manage relationships with key vendors/partners.
• Research systems ideas and will draw up plans for these systems
• Design, modify and implement systems that meet customer and Celestica needs.
• Create designs in line with Celesticas procedures, regulations and customer standards
• Keep up to date with relevant industry knowledge and regulations
• Liaison with suppliers, customers, contractors, and other internal teams.
• Recommend system modifications
• Set yearly plans and goals for the department, give direction on expected performance, provide regular performance evaluations and ongoing feedback. Accountable for all department objectives and achieving agreed targets for key performance indicators.
• Proficient in all compute hardware architectures including datacenter, telecommunication, enterprise and service provider. A strong understanding of compute components and protocols
• Experience in rack level system design
• Experience with AMD and Intel GPU, Broadcom DNX, Intel/AMO processor, hard disk, SSD, SAS/SATA, PCIE, CXL, Ax86
• Excellent interpersonal skills, well organized, self-motivated person, strong customer service, project, and analytical skills
• Experience in early product concepts and hardware architecture development through prototyping, evaluation of new designs and system architecture and debug
• Solid understanding of security elements
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to create and analyze architectural and product specifications enabling hardware product development

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• 10+ years of HW Product Development
• 4+ years of managerial/leadership experience
• Highly self-motivated with a strong mutidisciplinary background
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Successful track record bringing products to market

Typical Education

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred Degree but not required: Masters Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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