This position is within the R&D Group in XP Power Irvine CA. Successful candidate will manage a talented mechanical engineering team that is responsible for designing power converters that includes DC/DC AC/DC high power low power high voltage and low voltage switch mode power supplies.
The R&D Group features a collaborative environment with creative smart people and cuttingedge technologies. Engineering excellence is expected and encouraged. Come join us in crafting solutions the world does not know of yet!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a mechanical engineering team in the development of power converters from concept to volume production while ensuring that the design meets performance specifications cost & reliability targets.
- Guide the team in the rigorous product development process that includes thermal simulations DFMEA GD&T analysis stress analysis and extensive design verification test activities.
- Drive technical strategy architecture and operational readiness.
- Lead Research and Development activities of new technologies.
- Lead root causes analysis activities on products technical problems and documentation.
- Develop and maintain relationships with all necessary internal engineering organizations to ensure a wellintegrated development process and technical outcome.
- Lead the performance of the mechanical engineering team to ensure the team is meeting business objectives design quality and project timelines.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to ensure adherence to project schedules assignment of action items and appropriate allocation of resources.
- Participate in cross functional and peer reviews to ensure designs meet all established requirements
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams and ensure designs adhere to DfX guidelines
- Collaborate with international manufacturing locations during development and product infancy to maximize production yields.
- Responsible for hiring retaining growing and mentoring talent.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering with 1012 years of design experience in the power supply or related industry or Masters degree with 810 years of experience
- 35 years of engineering management experience is preferred
- Must understand business strategies and have a high level of understanding for the business flow.
- Ability to drive engineering deliverables in a handson fashion when needed.
- Experience with electronic packaging including 3D modelling of cable assemblies
- Experience with thermal and dynamic simulation tools is highly preferred.
- Experience developing mechanical packaging solutions for electronic equipment. This could include conceptual design solid modelling 3d assembly creation cable harness design sheet metal design and machined part design.
- Working familiarity with thermal management principles stress analysis concepts
- Demonstrated proficiency with SolidWorks ProE Creo and AutoCAD.
- Strong project management experience and supervisory skills
- Excellent verbal written and organizational skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment while delivering excellent results
Additional Information :
Benefits:
In addition to competitive salary XP Power offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes company sponsored health insurance coverage and a 401K plan. Nonfinancial benefits include a friendly work environment.
XP Power is an equal opportunities employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime