The Timken Company

Engineering Manager - Encoders

The Timken Company$120K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred
  • 12+ years of experience in customer and application support
  • Strong background in magnetic sensing technology and encoder systems
  • Experience in sensor design and development for various applications
  • Proficient in signal processing and data analysis techniques
  • Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware development
  • Knowledge of testing and validation methods for sensor solutions

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a dedicated team of engineers and technicians
  • Set clear objectives and performance metrics for team members
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing to develop tailored customer solutions
  • Engage with global customers to address technical inquiries and build relationships
  • Translate customer needs into product specifications with R&D teams
  • Oversee testing and validation of prototypes to ensure quality standards
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align strategies and launch products successfully

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge technology in magnetic field encoders
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop engineering talent
  • Engagement with global clientele offering diverse challenges
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple departments
  • Involvement in innovative product development and market solutions
Full Job Description
The Timken Company sells some of the world's most sophisticated magnetic field encoders. The Engineering Manager leads the Encoders technical team, including product R&D, applications engineering, testing, and technical support. This role oversees team prioritization, project management, customer delivery, and support of the sales process from quote to ongoing customer support.

Team Leadership:

Leads and manages a team of direct reports consisting of application and development engineers and technicians, both on-site and at remote Timken facilities
Set clear objectives, expectations, and performance metrics for the team. Mentor and provide guidance as necessary.
Customer Engagement:

Collaborates with the Timken Encoders sales and marketing teams to identify and understand customer requirements, ensuring the development of tailored magnetic position sensor solutions.
Engages with key customers worldwide to address technical inquiries, provide product demonstrations, and build strong relationships.
Product Development:

Works closely with R&D personnel, both locally and globally, to translate customer needs into product specifications and features.
Quality Assurance:

Ensures that magnetic position sensor applications meet high-quality standards by overseeing testing and validation processes of prototypes and customer specific designs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborates with various departments, including sales, marketing, and product development, within the Keene, NH, location to align strategies and drive successful product launches.
Technical Expertise:

Stays up-to-date with Timken and competitors magnetic position sensor technologies, industry trends, and applications to guide application development and customer support efforts.

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, Masters preferred
12+ years related experience with involvement in Customer & Application Support, Magnetic Field Theory, Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Management, and Team Leadership & Development
Other Technical Requirements:

Magnetic Sensing Technology - In-depth understanding of magnetic encoders, Hall-effect sensors, AMR, GMR, and TMR technologies.
Sensor Design & Development - Experience in designing and optimizing sensor solutions for industrial, automotive, and robotic applications.
Signal Processing & Data Analysis - Proficiency in filtering, conditioning, and processing sensor signals for high accuracy and performance.
Embedded Systems & Firmware Development - Familiarity with microcontrollers, DSPs, FPGA, and embedded software and firmware algorithms for sensor integration.
Mechanical & Electrical Integration - Experience in integrating sensors with mechanical systems and electrical interfaces.
Test & Validation Methods - Expertise in sensor calibration, environmental testing, and performance validation.

This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). Eligible candidates are; US Citizens, Green Card holders, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.

About The Timken Company

The Timken Company is a global manufacturer of bearings and power transmission products. It operates through two segments: Mobile Industries and Process Industries. The Mobile Industries segment offers bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and related products and services for truck, rail, and other mobile applications. The Process Industries segment provides bearings, power transmission components, and related services for industrial markets, including heavy and general industrial, energy, and food and beverage. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio.
Learn more about The Timken Company
Size
18,029 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$284.5 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+9.1%
Revenue
$3.5 billion
NASDAQ

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