Engineering Development Lead (USA)

If you are enthusiastic about driving positive change and eager to shape the future of technology in a dynamic, international environment, we invite you to join our US Engineering team.

We are Prodrive Technologies

We are dedicated to creating meaningful technologies that make the world work. Through our innovative solutions, we contribute to building a future where everyone can thrive, resources are optimized, and connectivity brings people together.

Prodrive Technologies is a global leader in electronics and mechatronic systems design and manufacturing. We specialize in delivering innovative solutions across various industries, including automotive, healthcare, semiconductor, and renewable energy.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Development Lead to join and build our team in the US (Canton, MA). The Engineering Development Lead will be responsible for designing and engineering products, starting with a topology to qualifying it in our highly equipped laboratory. You will also be primarily responsible for growing, managing, and developing our local R&D team. You will be working closely with project managers and our program leaders to make sure we have the right talent locally. The ideal candidate will possess a designer mindset along with excellent leadership skills. Part of your tasks are also support and lead an application engineering team to support US based clients who are using and integration our products.

Key responsibilities

• Long-term capacity planning, local R&D budgeting, and R&D reporting
• Design and engineer alone or with a team; Coordinate cross-functional teams
• Lead project execution and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products/services while maintaining development standards and continuous improvement
• Adhere to timelines, budgets, and standards while fostering innovation and improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, firmware developers, customer, and project managers, to define requirements and specifications for test setups.
• Approve change requests and is accountable for stage gate process
• Mentor our current team of engineers, ensuring they have the right guidance and motivation to complete their work in full
• Work on complex projects that range from local power supplies for digital electronics to very advance DCDC converters and ACDC converters
• Manage and develop our local R&D team, including engineers and project managers
• Responsible for the personal/professional growth of our R&D team members
• Continuously assist in improving our project management processes
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to the team and assist in resolving issues on projects
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in power electronics and engineering, applying knowledge to continuous improvement initiatives

Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience in design work
• 4+ years of managerial experience
• Experience in the technologies industries and more specifically Power Conversion is preferred
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Authorized to work in the US

The Prodrive Technologies Mindset

Responsibility

You don’t just go to work, you feel responsible for your project

Flexible

You decide when, where and how much you want to work

Manufacturing

You like to think about manufacturability when designing

Initiative

You don’t sit and wait, you have a hands-on mentality

What we offer

• Perfect environment for those eager to develop themselves and take full responsibility for a project.
• Many opportunities for personal and professional development, along with the flexibility to explore diverse roles across various projects.
• A young and dynamic culture which stimulates innovative thinking and taking initiatives.
• Personal budget just for you to learn new things. Your growth is our priority.
• Flexibility of a 24/7 work environment with provided lunch, dinner, and access to our company gym.
• Personalized development plan to craft your future.
• You will receive essential tools if these are necessary to perform your job (i.e. iPhone and laptop).
• On-campus sports facilities enable you to incorporate exercise seamlessly into your work routine.
• A performance-driven salary that grows with your accomplishments.
• Unlock the opportunity to become a shareholder and entrepreneur within the company.
• Travel allowance based on the days you are actually at Prodrive Technologies.
• Work-life balance with at least 33 vacation days per year.
• Access a retirement plan.

Application steps

• Your journey with us starts with a swift review of your application by one of our recruiters.
• In some cases, if we see a potential fit, you will receive an exclusive link to our online aptitude test to assess if you’re up for the challenge.
• We will schedule a personal interview not only to determine if your skills match the job, but also to see if there is a spark between you and Prodrive Technologies.
• To complete the application journey we will send you a suitable offer and once you sign, we can welcome you to the Prodrive Technologies family.