Hardware Engineering Program Manager (HW EPM)
Core
Manage the planning and execution of product prototype builds and electrical design development for audio products.
Role type
Senior IC hardware engineering program manager
Builds
Audio product prototypes and electrical components
Domain
Consumer electronics / Audio hardware
Required skills
Program management, electrical engineering design, cross-functional team leadership, contract manufacturer (CM) management, system integration, risk mitigation, scheduling, budget management, technology risk analysis, OEM partner direction, manufacturing process knowledge (flex/MLB/SiP/SMT)
Preferred skills
Rapid development cycle experience, manufacturing process expertise, complex design strategy management, international travel
Technologies
Flex, MLB, SiP, SMT, SMT manufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage planning and execution of product prototype builds; Set and communicate build schedule objectives; Lead multi-functional engineering team meetings; Support product definition and architecture closure; Establish and manage program baselines and critical paths; Identify technical risks and mitigation strategies; Drive MLB/Flex/SiP releases and fabrication kickoff; Plan and execute prototype builds via OEM partners; Lead cross-functional communication with external vendors.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
