Engineering Manager, Product (Sensors) - Molex

Product Engineering Manager (Sensors)

Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical.

This role requires a forward-thinking approach to address the ever-evolving landscape of automotive technology. Moreover, the company is committed to fostering long-term strategies and is seeking a professional who shares this vision. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning technological advancements with the company's overarching goals, contributing to sustained growth and excellence.

The Product Engineering Manager will lead a cross functional engineering development team on innovative products like Sensors, Accelerometer based Sensors, USB Modules and Wireless chargers. We design, develop and manufacture products that enable the next generation of more convenient connected vehicles. At Molex, we not only employ some of the most talented people from all over the world, we work to help cultivate tomorrow's breakthroughs. From our corporate headquarters in Lisle, IL to manufacturing floors around the world, the Molex team is dedicated to helping further the limits of technology.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a dynamic team of engineers involved in the development of automotive sensor technology
  • Engineering Team will include Hardware, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Safety, Security and Product Assurance
• Become the primary technical contact for the Sensor Development in Pursuit activities leading to Platform Ownership
• Drive the entire product engineering lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring high-quality and innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Manufacturing and Test, to meet project milestones and deliverables.
• Lead and improve the engineering processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality benchmarks.
• Ensure the design meets and is validated to all requirements
• Responsible for Engineering work products (FMEA, FTA, WCCA, Requirement Traceability, others)
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to resolve complex engineering challenges related to sensor development.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to meet organizational goals and customer expectations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in automotive sensor technology.
• Interface with stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal leadership, to communicate project progress and address concerns.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging creativity and problem-solving within the engineering team.

• Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements and business pursuits.

•Required Knowledge & Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of automotive sensor technology, signal processing, and related algorithms.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor a diverse engineering team.

• Good knowledge of automotive development processes including V-Model, ASPICE and agile methods
• Experience in the development of Automotive systems
• Strong networking and confident communication skills
• Ability to cultivate relationships with eco-system partners
• Goal oriented, structured, diligent and independent work ethic

• Required Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent science degree
• 10+ years product design experience in Automotive
• 3+ years leading Engineering Teams in Automotive Development

Preferred Education & Work Experience

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent science degree
• 10+ years product design experience in Automotive Sensors
• 5+ years leading Engineering Teams in Automotive Sensor Development

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