Sr. Design Manager

Job Summary:

Oversees the design of semi-custom Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), board level systems, software product including other architecture design, and implementation. Provides oversight and direction regarding the assigned team, financial and operational activities

Principal Responsibilities:

• Directs and guides the activities of the design engineering function responsible for architecting, designing, coding, synthesizing, simulating, testing and debugging electronics systems, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment, or other software, hardware systems and/or electrical engineering application including implementation of new features.
• Evaluates final results of design engineering projects to assure accomplishment of technical objectives ensuring the requrements are maintainable and scalable.
• Prepares, coordinates, and presents reports outlining the outcome of projects and makes recommendations for actions necessary to achieve desired results.
• Oversees and manages the integration activites, testing, and performance of the design.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Oversees and evaluates staff’s estimates for completion of tasks and activities.
• Ensures team understands customer’s business and technical objectives to determine the optimum tools, devices, and methods required to assist in the achievement of those objectives.
• Manages the evaluation, recommendation, specification, installation and maintenance of design tools.
• Manages the development and documentation of customer proposals, designs, methodologies and user procedures.
• Oversees team of technical representative to clients, and suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Manages direct managers and/or highly skilled specialists who exercise significant latitude and independence. Often oversees one or more departments or related teams.
• Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect departments and direct teams. Interprets enterprise-wide policies and procedures. Develops budgets, schedules and performance standards for one or more departments. Responsible for resources and policy formation in area of responsibility.
• Assignments are defined in the form of long-term objectives. Decisions are guided by resource availability, functional objectives and independent judgment.
• Collaborates frequently with internal and/or external management. Leads meetings and briefings for internal and/or external representatives. Often coordinates efforts between functional areas and/or members of an extended assignment/project team.
• Decisions likely have extended impact on the outcomes of multiple departments or teams. Erroneous decisions or recommendations will likely result in critical delays and/or modifications to projects and/or operations; causing substantial expenditure of additional time, people and/or financial resources, and jeopardize future business activity.

Work Experience:

• Typically 8+ years including 3+ years of management experience

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Lab Management & Operations:

Oversee the daily operations of the design lab, ensuring that all equipment, tools, and technologies are properly maintained and operational.

Develop and implement lab policies, procedures, and safety protocols to ensure a secure and efficient working environment.

Manage inventory, including procurement of materials, tools, and supplies needed for design projects.

Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Electronics Engineering,

Experience: Proven experience in managing a design lab, studio, or similar creative environment

Technical Skills: Proficiency in design tools (e.g., PADS or Allegra Suite, CAD software)

Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire creativity and innovation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.