Technology Development Manager

Verathon Inc; Duluth, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Neptune Technology Group is seeking a Technology Development Manager to lead our Technology Development team and own a broad portfolio of engineering functions critical to Neptune’s long-term product success. This first-level engineering management role spans early-stage technology research, product regulatory compliance, IP management, and hardware architecture support.

The ideal candidate has a strong interdisciplinary engineering background and a proven track record in building

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with progression into engineering leadership or management.
• Experience managing or overseeing product regulatory compliance and/or intellectual property management functions.
• Strong interdisciplinary knowledge spanning electrical, mechanical, and/or systems engineering domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Technology Development engineering team, including engineers, technicians, and co-ops, fostering technical rigor and continuous learning.
• Direct early-stage technology research programs to close knowledge gaps and reduce technical risk, coordinating with product management and engineering leadership.
• Own Neptune’s product regulatory compliance function, including certifications (FCC, Carrier, UL, FM, NSF, NOM) and relationships with labs and agencies.
• Own Neptune’s IP management function, coordinating with patent counsel and managing filings.
• Support hardware architecture decisions and product specification development as a technical resource for the engineering org.
• Develop processes and procedures to align projects with objectives and schedules.
• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and other disciplines to assess feasibility, cost, and delivery.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Systems engineering

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Neptune - HQ
1600 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, AL 36078, USA

Neptune - HQ
1600 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, AL 36078, USA

Nept Tech Grp Can Limited
7275 West Credit Ave
Mississauga, ON L5N5M9, CAN

Nept Tech Grp Can Limited
7275 West Credit Ave
Mississauga, ON L5N5M9, CAN

Neptune Technology Group is seeking a Technology Development Manager to lead our Technology Development team and own a broad portfolio of engineering functions critical to Neptune’s long-term product success. This is a first-level engineering management role with meaningful breadth — spanning early-stage technology research, product regulatory compliance, intellectual property management, and hardware architecture support.

The Technology Development team exists to close knowledge gaps and reduce technical risk before work enters active product development programs. This manager will lead that research mission while also directing the team that owns Neptune’s regulatory certification and intellectual property management functions. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded engineering leader with strong interdisciplinary experience and a track record of managing and developing engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop the Technology Development engineering team, including engineers, technicians, and co-ops, fostering a culture of technical rigor and continuous learning.
• Direct early-stage technology research programs aimed at closing knowledge gaps and reducing technical risk before work enters active product development, collaborating closely with product management and engineering leadership to align research priorities.
• Own Neptune’s product regulatory compliance function — directing the team responsible for managing all applicable certifications including FCC, Carrier, UL, FM, NSF, NOM, and others, as well as relationships with external test labs and certification agencies.
• Own Neptune’s intellectual property management function — directing the team responsible for coordinating with outside patent counsel, managing patent filings, and supporting responses to legal inquiries related to IP.
• Support hardware architecture decisions and product specification development as a technical resource to the broader engineering organization.
• Develop processes, policies, and procedures to ensure engineering projects and research programs align with organizational objectives and schedules.
• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and other engineering disciplines to assess feasibility, cost effectiveness, and delivery of technology development programs.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Electrical Engineering preferred.

Experience:

• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience with demonstrated progression into engineering leadership or management.
• Proven ability to manage and develop engineering teams across technical disciplines.
• Experience managing or overseeing product regulatory compliance and/or intellectual property management functions.

Skills:

• Strong engineering background with well-rounded, interdisciplinary technical knowledge spanning electrical, mechanical, and/or systems engineering domains.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple programs simultaneously across research, compliance, and operational workstreams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, product management, legal, and executive stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure), IoT, wireless communications, or utility technology products.
• Familiarity with RF communication technologies, embedded systems, or wireless certification processes (e.g., FCC Part 15, carrier certification programs).
• Experience with patent processes, IP documentation, or working alongside patent counsel.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.

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