Engineering Manager Key Technology and Testing

Position Overview:

The Engineering Manager – Key Technology and Testing leads a team of engineering subject matter experts for the research and development of highly technical and innovative fitness product solutions. The scope of work encompasses advanced development of new products, product and component design analysis, and design and creation of specialized test machinery and equipment. 

Responsibilities:

Personnel:

· Assists VP of R&D in attracting and hiring top engineering talent

· Provides work direction to lower level engineers, trains and mentors staff in product development processes

· Coaches engineers to achieve 100% of their KPI’s

KT Engineering:

· Lead a team of subject matter experts on multiple projects through Key Technology process for development of highly technical and innovative solutions

· Support new product development teams with detailed mechanical and key component design review and analysis 

· Partnership with system, electrical, software, and related engineering functions on failure and risk analysis

· Product specification review and analysis

Test Engineering:

· Development of test standards and procedures

· Design and hands-on creation of test fixtures, set-ups, and related equipment

· Participate in product safety review processes

· Thorough understanding and application of regulatory and internal test standards

· Obtain and analyze field and user data, develop and execute test protocols for root cause, design and verify solutions

· Develop mechanical and electro-mechanical designs, perform cost analysis, BOM generation and audit

· Perform detailed design analysis utilizing engineering mechanics, FBD’s, FEA, fatigue analysis, and related

· Train local and Asia-based staff on design and test requirements 

Production support: 

· Lead team on analysis of field quality and product safety data, enhance designs to improve products

· Review quality and inspection data, perform product sample reviews and make design decisions, support value-add / value-engineer opportunities for cost and manufacturing efficiency

Marginal Job Functions:

· Other projects as needed.

Education:

· 4-year degree in relevant Engineering field or equivalent engineering experience

· MBA and/or advanced degree in Engineering a plus

Experience:

· 5 years Project Engineering or Project Management experience

· 5 years design engineering experience with plastics, linkages, mechanisms, machinery (consumer goods a plus)

· Demonstrated leadership abilities through past record of success

· Strong knowledge of 3D CAD software and FEA tools 

· Ability to read and understand patents

Other Requirements:

· Ability and willingness to travel both internationally and domestically, communicate with overseas teams during non-business hours

· Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals

· Ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

· Health & Dental Insurance

· Company paid Life Insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid Time Off benefits

· Product discounts

· Wellness programs