Prototyping Manager
Core
Lead multidisciplinary prototyping and model-making teams to translate concepts into physical models, working prototypes, and unique designs for product development.
Role type
Senior IC Prototyping Manager (Model Making)
Builds
Physical prototypes, appearance models, and engineering prototypes for consumer electronics and other product lines.
Domain
Consumer electronics + Physical prototyping & Model making
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
People management, project management, budgeting, resource allocation, risk mitigation, lab operations management, vendor management, process improvement, innovation adoption, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with 5S methodologies, capital equipment planning, security protocols implementation, supplier compliance management
Technologies
Advanced prototyping methodologies, manufacturing processes, fabrication techniques, emerging model-making technologies
Responsibilities
Manage and develop a talented team of model makers and engineers; Lead high-impact projects from concept to completion; Plan capital equipment and manage lab operations; Partner with senior leaders to shape business strategy and plans; Mentor team members and drive innovation in processes and tools.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management
