Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering

Onto

$144K — $216K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years' experience as a Hardware Engineering Manager
  • 5+ years' experience in Controls, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering
  • Masters degree or higher in science/engineering preferred
  • Proficient in motion control systems
  • Deep knowledge of vibration analysis and associated standards
  • Experience designing systems for micron- to nanometer-level accuracy
  • Familiarity with high-performance system requirements

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of advanced hardware and tooling solutions
  • Define and implement control architecture for motion systems
  • Design optical mounts and precision adjustment mechanisms
  • Architect mechatronic systems to meet project specifications
  • Solve precision challenges such as vibration and resonance
  • Finalize product design through all lifecycle stages
  • Create detailed reports and documentation for design decisions

Benefits

  • Annual bonus opportunities
  • Potential long-term incentives tied to performance
  • Opportunity for international travel
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Exposure to next-generation technology advancements
Full Job Description
Job Summary & Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering to join our team in developing advanced hardware and tooling solutions for next-generation metrology instruments. This role involves the full product lifecycle-from concept development and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and final release. You will work independently or lead small teams, depending on project scope.
  • Controls knowledge. (linear system control etc)
  • Define control architecture: components (motors, drives, controllers), and interfaces for motion systems.
  • Experience with Motion control simulation
  • Design optical mounts, sub-micron precision adjustment mechanisms, and positioning systems.
  • Ability to architect mechatronic systems, select motors, sensors, drive components, etc. based on satisfying system requirements.
  • Strong control-theory foundation (feedback design, filtering, system dynamics)
  • Solve real-world precision issues (vibration, resonance, etc.)
  • Proficient in motion control, including servo tuning, stage control, and automation mapping.
  • Recognize and design simple and elegant structures.
  • Justify and quantify performance-based metrics that led to their design decisions
  • Finalize the design through product release for current and future metrology instruments.
  • Demonstrated ability to create clear reports and documentation.
  • Demonstrated technical depth in concept design of complex mechanical systems.

Working with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software teams, as well as Operations and Manufacturing.

Qualifications
  • 5+ years' experience working as a Hardware Engineering Manager
  • 5+ years' experience working as a Controls, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineer.
  • Masters degree or higher in science or engineering preferred.
  • Proficient in motion control, including servo tuning, stage control, and automation mapping.
  • Deep understanding of vibration analysis, modal analysis, and VC (Vibration Criteria) standards.
  • Experience with isolation systems and designing for micron- and nanometer-level accuracy.
  • Familiarity with system architecture, design requirements, and technical specifications for high-performance systems.
  • Experience implementing motion control systems.
  • Experience with microcontrollers, Arduino, Pi Proficient with accelerometers and spectrum analyzer to quantify and diagnose a vibration.
  • Skilled with contact and non-contact measurement types, indicators, cap gages, interferometer, to measure mechanical errors and drifts.
  • Experience designing mechanical systems for very clean environments, semiconductor, biotech, food systems are all applicable.
  • Skill using mathematical modeling software.
  • Strong background in precision mechanics, mechatronics, and electromechanical system design.
  • Must be able to travel internationally to customer sites at least 20% of the time, with additional travel as business needs require.


Compensation & Growth
• Base Salary Range:
$144,000.00 - $216,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

  • Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

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