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Roles and Responsibilities: Lead and manage the solenoid development team to ensure timely and effective product design, development, and delivery. Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering skill development, collaboration, and innovation Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members Oversee the entire lifecycle of solenoid product development from concept to final production Ensure proper design and development of solenoid systems, including their electromagnetic properties, mechanical design, and integration with control systems Direct the preparation and release of product-related technical documents such as BOMs, PFDs, PFMEAs, and engineering drawings for solenoid products Ensure that all solenoid products adhere to quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), industry standards, and customer-specific requirements Lead design reviews and implementation of corrective actions for design or manufacturing issues Ensure compliance with environmental, durability, and testing standards for solenoids, including EMC/EMI, thermal, and vibration testing. Plan and manage project timelines, ensuring successful execution of solenoid development projects on time and within budget Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, procurement) to ensure smooth development, testing, and production processes Monitor and track project progress, preparing detailed reports for stakeholders Lead technical discussions with customers and suppliers, capturing requirements and ensuring alignment between product development and customer expectations. Handle customer complaints and technical support, ensuring timely resolution of issues related to solenoid products Ensure that solenoid products undergo extensive testing (e.g., performance testing, environmental testing, endurance testing) to meet quality and reliability standards Oversee the validation of solenoid products in real-world scenarios, including automotive or industrial applications Participate in failure analysis and root cause analysis when performance issues occur Collaborate with design, testing, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and assembly of solenoid products. Provide technical leadership and support to other departments (e.g., production, procurement, quality) during the solenoid development and production phases. Manage solenoid production activities, including sample builds, batch production, process validation, and tooling verification Oversee process capability studies, ensure smooth production handover, and handle production-related troubleshooting Foster a culture of continuous improvement in product design and manufacturing processes for solenoids Implement new technologies or techniques to enhance solenoid product performance, reduce costs, and improve production efficiency Utilize advanced simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL) for electromagnetic field analysis, solenoid design optimization, and performance validation Implement Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for mechanical performance simulations of solenoid structures, coils, and enclosures Stay updated with the latest trends and technological advancements in solenoid design and related fields, such as electromechanical actuators or micro solenoids. Drive innovation within the team by encouraging research into new solenoid materials, technologies, and applications Manage relationships with suppliers and external vendors for solenoid components and materials, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery Coordinate with external partners for prototyping, testing, and manufacturing needs
