Manager R&D - Electronics

Job Description

The role is responsible for managing all electronic design and delivery activities for assigned automotive projects, ensuring high-quality standards, cost optimization, and compliance with industry regulations. This position requires a proactive professional who excels in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering innovative and reliable automotive electronic designs. Responsibilities Leading a small team of electronics engineers Design and development of electronic sensors for automotive applications (e.g., speed sensors, pedal modules, position sensors, ABS sensors) Evaluate customer requirements and align designs with electrical functionality standards Understand and compile overseas designs, comparing customer requirements with design specifications Review and optimize electronic schematics and PCB designs for cost and time efficiency Create and validate product specifications, including electrical requirements and EMC/EMI test plans based on CISPR, ISO IEC, and OEM standards Interface with process engineering teams to resolve PCB panel design issues and ensure manufacturability Resolve technical issues related to PCB design and support both design and manufacturing teams with solutions Oversee DFMEA, prototype build documentation (BOM, process flow, testing parameters, etc.), and ensure compliance with quality standards Conduct calculations, analysis, and evaluations to ensure a high-quality and robust circuit design Provide primary technical component/module information to support cost estimation and quotation processes Support standardization efforts by referencing engineering specifications and improving the quality of existing standards Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, and process engineering) to meet design and packaging requirements Coordinate with test labs for EMC/EMI testing and documentation Lead task tracking, planning, and delegation within the project team Requirements Education: Bachelor s or higher degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred) Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience in automotive process and product development Experience in leading a team Experience in the field of circuit design, sensor technology Hands-on experience in PCB population, testing, debugging, and fabrication processes Knowledge: Expertise in hardware PCB design for automotive sensors, including design flows from library creation to Gerber release Comprehensive understanding of EMI/EMC standards (CISPR, ISO IEC, IPC, MIL) and optimization techniques for automotive applications Strong knowledge of automotive sensing technologies (e.g. Hall, inductive sensing) and switches (especially two wheeler) Knowledge of FTA analysis and FIT rate Skills: Proficiency in ASIC programming, analog/digital circuit design, and tools like Altium Designer, LTSpice, and CST Studio Suite Experience in multi-layer PCB design for automotive environment and signal integrity optimization Strong skills in documentation and BOM creation Advanced computer skills in MS Office and SAP Strong English communication skills, knowledge of German or Japanese is a plus Attributes: Outgoing, adaptable, and collaborative Proactive and detail-oriented, with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions Willingness to travel domestically and internationally Are you interested Please send us your detailed application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible starting date. We are looking forward to meeting you.