Solenoid Manager

Solenoid Manager

Role & 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 implement 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.

Skills Required

• Preferred

  Electrical & Electronics Background

  .
• Proven ability to

  lead and manage a development team

  .
• Expertise in

  solenoid design and development

  , including electromagnetic properties and mechanical design.
• Proficiency in preparing technical documents such as

  BOMs, PFDs, PFMEAs

  , and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of

  quality standards

  (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and industry-specific requirements.
• Experience with

  design reviews, corrective actions, and compliance

  (EMC/EMI, thermal, vibration testing).
• Excellent

  project management skills

  , including timeline and budget adherence.
• Strong

  cross-functional coordination

  and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in

  customer technical discussions

  and complaint resolution.
• Proficiency in

  solenoid product testing

  (performance, environmental, endurance) and validation.
• Ability to conduct

  failure analysis and root cause analysis

  .
• Experience in

  solenoid production activities

  , including sample builds and process validation.
• Demonstrated commitment to

  continuous improvement

  and innovation.
• Familiarity with

  advanced simulation tools

  (ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL) and

  FEA

  .
• Knowledge of new

  solenoid materials and technologies

  .
• Strong

  supplier and vendor management

  skills.