Kohler

Manager - Electronics Engineering

Kohler$135K — $211K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical, electronics, or computer engineering required.
  • 10+ years of electronics development experience, focusing on quality and innovation.
  • 3+ years of leadership experience managing electronics engineering teams.
  • Expertise in circuit design, schematic entry, and PCB layout tools.
  • Proficient in Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Familiarity with microcontrollers (MCUs), peripherals, and development environments.
  • Knowledge of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the current and future hardware architecture.
  • Outline product requirements and document feature specifications.
  • Coordinate technical updates with the engineering and program management teams.
  • Make strategic technical decisions that enhance embedded technology delivery.
  • Provide career-development opportunities and maintain ongoing feedback for team members.
  • Inspire innovation and growth through hands-on mentoring.
  • Manage project timelines and budgets to deliver product solutions.

Benefits

  • Immediate access to applicable benefits from day one of employment.
Full Job Description
Manager - Electronics Engineering

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:Onsite 4 - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

As theElectronics engineering Manager, you will play a significant part in thedevelopment of products by engaging in a very collaborative, rapidly changingenvironment to integrate new technologies into Kohler products and solutions.You will contribute at every stage of the K&B product development cycle,from concept to production, driving both individual product features andoverall system validation activities.

Excellentcommunication and collaboration skills are a must, as you will be asked topartner with team members and other engineering teams. In this role, you willhave the opportunity to drive the technology and product development for manyof Kohler's consumer products.

You will be responsiblefor leadership of a team of electronic engineers within the electronics engineeringgroup. This is a hands-on position; you will also be responsible for designingand implementing electronic subsystems for new products. Reporting to theDirector of Engineering- Electronics and Smart Technology, the successfulcandidate will guide efficient engineering development and grow our talent forthe long-term evolution of the group. You must possess a level of expertisethat will facilitate both electronics product development, as well as coaching,continuous learning, and career development of team members.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Drive the current and future of hardware architecture
  • Outline requirements & document feature specs
  • Coordinate with your engineering team and the program management team technical updates
  • Make strategic technical product decisions that positively affect the engineering team's ability to deliver embedded technologies
  • Provide team members career-development opportunities and maintain an ongoing constructive feedback loop with them
  • Inspire innovation and technical growth in your associates through hands-on mentoring and encouragement
  • Manage the team to deliver product solutions that are on time and on budget
  • Coach the team as they progress through their careers and conduct performance reviews
  • Participate in all phases of product development (requirements, analysis, architecture, development, testing, debugging, and delivery)
  • Collaborate with industrial designers, mechanical engineers, and other engineers to build best-in-class products
  • Own the electronics design process and continually enhance the process to improve efficiency and productivity
  • Manage contract development resources as needed


Skills/Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical, electronics, or computer engineering is required. Direct experience with the design of electronic circuits and modules is required.
  • Must have 10 years of electronics (digital and analog) development in a concurrent engineering environment where quality, innovation, and time-to-market are priorities
  • 3+ years leading a team of electronics engineers
  • Expertise and proficiency in circuit design, schematic entry and PCB layout tools
  • Expertise in DFM
  • Experience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environment
  • Experience with DevOps tools, DFMEAs, and simulation tools
  • Knowledge of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Technologies is desired
  • Able to coordinate the efforts of multiple teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organized, creative, motivated, and passionate about achieving results

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $135,600 - $211,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

About Kohler

Kohler is a manufacturing company that produces a variety of products, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, and engines. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin. Kohler is known for its high-quality products and has been recognized with numerous awards for design and innovation. The company is family-owned and has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero environmental impact by 2035. Kohler has operations in more than 50 countries and employs over 30,000 people worldwide.
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