The Mechanical Design Manager will be responsible for overseeing the mechanical design team, ensuring the successful execution of projects from early concept through production. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for creating high-quality, innovative products.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks and PDM).
- Expertise in DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
- Strong understanding of part manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, machining).
- Strong understanding of estimated mechanical enclosure parts & hard tooling cost.
- Excellent understanding of the entire thermal development process (e.g., feasibility, simulations, system thermal profiling and fan policy).
- Experience in the networking and mobile product development
- Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems
Responsibilities
- Oversee the entire mechanical design lifecycle, from concept generation to detailed design, prototyping, testing, production release and sustaining.
- Develop and implement best practices for mechanical design processes and methodologies.
- Review and approve mechanical designs, ensuring they meet technical specifications, quality standards, cost targets and project timelines.
- Identify and implement new technologies and tools to enhance design capabilities and efficiency.
- Strong understanding of thermal requirements, solutions, architecture, testing and validation. Should also identify future technologies and develop a roadmap for implementation.
- Good understanding of the product compliance system requirements with relevant industry test standards.
- Participate in providing early on guidance to Ops Mechanical Supply Chain Management (e.g., sheet metal, plastic, die cast, fans, heat sinks, cables, overlays etc…)
Other
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mechanical and thermal design engineers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, software, manufacturing, compliance and product management to ensure seamless integration and product success.
- Create and maintain project schedules weekly, resources, and budgets for mechanical design activities.
- Conduct weekly one on one with direct reports, mid-year & year end performance reviews. Review individual concerns and career development opportunities as well as individual resource loading across multiple programs.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to scale the team and foster a collaborative, inclusive environment.
