Title: Embedded Hardware Engineer Manager

Location: Round Rock, TX (onsite M-F, flexible hours)

Essential Functions:

• Lead and manage hardware engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Design and develop high-performance, reliable hardware for embedded systems using microcontrollers, sensors, and both analog and digital interface circuits.
• Oversee the creation of production programmers and testing equipment.
• Translate marketing needs into cost-effective, practical product designs.
• Collaborate with other development and support divisions to create innovative products and applications.
• Ensure products comply with regulatory standards and certifications such as UL and FCC.
• Guide products from conception to manufacturing release and field implementation.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning, including product direction, team resourcing, and budget forecasting.
• Integrate emerging technologies to enhance product offerings.
• Protect innovations through patent documentation and applications.

Must-Have Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware development for embedded systems, with a focus on digital circuits (some analog experience is also required).
• At least 5 years of experience managing engineering teams in a product development environment.
• Proven experience with regulatory standards and certification processes (e.g., UL, FCC).
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Ethernet, I2C, RS232, RS485, and SPI.
• Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium) and Solidworks for electrical designs.
• Strong knowledge of hardware engineering best practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Leadership abilities with a track record of mentoring and motivating teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in PCB layout and schematic capture tools (e.g., PADS).
• Firmware development experience for embedded systems.
• Experience in commercial and industrial lighting control systems.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of security measures for embedded systems.
• Experience with wireless communication technologies such as Zigbee, Thread, and Bluetooth Mesh.
• Experience coordinating with teams across multiple locations.