We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Hardware Group Director to lead our hardware department.
In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end hardware development life cycle, from initial architecture and high-level design to mass production and field support. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, including mechanical, electronics, motion, and hardware experts, driving innovation while ensuring high-quality execution, on-time delivery, and alignment with company business goals.
Responsibilities
What will you be doing:
Technical Leadership & Strategy:
Define and drive the hardware technology roadmap and architecture for next-generation products.
Lead critical design reviews to ensure engineering excellence and minimize design iterations.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to maintain a competitive edge.
Oversee DFx (Manufacturing, Testing, serviceability) to ensure seamless transition from R&D to production.
Team Leadership & People Management:
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary team across electronics, motion, and mechanical engineering.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
Drive resource planning, project allocation, and performance management processes.
Lead recruitment efforts to attract and retain top-tier engineering talent.
Project Execution & Operations:
Own the end-to-end hardware project lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with budget and quality targets.
Manage relationships with key suppliers and global manufacturing partners.
Oversee departmental budgets, lab infrastructure, equipment procurement, and EDA tool strategy.
Ensure compliance with global regulatory and quality standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Lead a matrixed hardware group supporting multiple product lines and engineering domains.
Serve as the primary technical interface to executive leadership, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end hardware development life cycle, from initial architecture and high-level design to mass production and field support. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, including mechanical, electronics, motion, and hardware experts, driving innovation while ensuring high-quality execution, on-time delivery, and alignment with company business goals.
Responsibilities
What will you be doing:
Technical Leadership & Strategy:
Define and drive the hardware technology roadmap and architecture for next-generation products.
Lead critical design reviews to ensure engineering excellence and minimize design iterations.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to maintain a competitive edge.
Oversee DFx (Manufacturing, Testing, serviceability) to ensure seamless transition from R&D to production.
Team Leadership & People Management:
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary team across electronics, motion, and mechanical engineering.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
Drive resource planning, project allocation, and performance management processes.
Lead recruitment efforts to attract and retain top-tier engineering talent.
Project Execution & Operations:
Own the end-to-end hardware project lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with budget and quality targets.
Manage relationships with key suppliers and global manufacturing partners.
Oversee departmental budgets, lab infrastructure, equipment procurement, and EDA tool strategy.
Ensure compliance with global regulatory and quality standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Lead a matrixed hardware group supporting multiple product lines and engineering domains.
Serve as the primary technical interface to executive leadership, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
Requirements:
15+ years of hands-on experience in hardware development, including 3-5 years in leadership or management roles.
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (M.Sc. and/or MBA – an advantage).
Deep understanding of multidisciplinary systems; experience with semiconductor metrology systems – a strong advantage.
Demonstrated success in leading complex products from concept through high-volume manufacturing.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams and effectively navigate complex organizational environments.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach when needed to resolve critical hardware challenges.
Ability to balance fast time-to-market with robust, high-quality development processes.
15+ years of hands-on experience in hardware development, including 3-5 years in leadership or management roles.
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (M.Sc. and/or MBA – an advantage).
Deep understanding of multidisciplinary systems; experience with semiconductor metrology systems – a strong advantage.
Demonstrated success in leading complex products from concept through high-volume manufacturing.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams and effectively navigate complex organizational environments.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach when needed to resolve critical hardware challenges.
Ability to balance fast time-to-market with robust, high-quality development processes.
This position is open to all candidates.
