Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr. Manager, Electrical Engineering

Thermo Fisher Scientific$163K — $220K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years in electrical engineering and software development
  • 5+ years of experience in leading and managing R&D teams
  • Expertise in low-level signal acquisition, filtering, and signal processing
  • Strong track record of R&D project leadership from inception to commercialization
  • Proven ability to create technical and resource support strategies
  • Experience in Diagnostics, Life Sciences, or Analytical Chemistry is preferred
  • Strong project management skills including budget oversight and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical and software engineering efforts for innovative scientific instrumentation
  • Define and implement projects related to electrical engineering and firmware
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate engineering solutions into product development
  • Manage project budgets and resources effectively to ensure deliverables are met
  • Drive technical excellence and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Enhance communication and presentation of technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Benefits

  • Choice of national medical and dental plans with health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off plus 10 paid holidays annually
  • Paid parental leave for bonding and caregiver leave
  • Comprehensive retirement and savings programs including competitive 401(k)
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan offers stock at a discount.
Full Job Description
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:
Within Thermo Fisher Scientific's Life Sciences Mass Spectrometry (LSMS) R&D team, you'll lead our Electrical and Software Engineering efforts to drive impactful innovations that solve critical scientific challenges. This senior management role combines strong technical expertise with strategic leadership to guide our team in developing cutting-edge analytical instruments in the field of Mass Spectrometry. You'll define and implement electrical engineering, firmware, and software projects while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

You'll partner with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical and software engineering solutions into product development, manage project budgets and resources, and drive technical excellence. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of scientific instrumentation while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in electrical engineering and software development
• Preferred Fields of Study: Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing R&D teams, including hiring and performance management
• Demonstrated expertise in low-level signal acquisition, filtering, and signal processing
• Strong track record of leading R&D projects from conception through commercialization
• Experience in Diagnostics, Life Sciences, or Analytical Chemistry industry strongly preferred
• Proven ability to create and maintain technical and resource support strategies
• Experience implementing development processes and standard methodologies
• Strong project management skills, including budget oversight and risk assessment
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with data-driven decision making
• Superior communication and presentation skills for diverse technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to foster an empowered, innovative, and collaborative team culture
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Proficiency in partnering with external vendors and suppliers
• Commitment to maintaining accurate technical documentation and specifications

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $163,100.00-$220,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount


For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Careers

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Learn more about Thermo Fisher Scientific
Size
130,000 employees
Market Cap
$213.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.3 billion
Founded
1956
5 Year Trend
+16.5%
Revenue
$32.2 billion
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