About the Opportunity: A fast-growing leader in consumer electronics sensory technologies (acoustics, haptics, vibration motors, micro actuators, and precision components) is rapidly expanding its motors and robotics team in the Bay Area. This high-impact role supports major global smartphone, wearable, and laptop OEMs, driving next-generation small motor systems and related modules from concept through high-volume mass production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and lead cross-functional program execution for micro-motors, vibration/haptics actuators, gearboxes, small robotics modules, and cooling systems (fans/blowers) from early design through NPI, prototyping, qualification, and ramp to full production.
- Serve as the primary voice of the customer: collaborate closely with high-level clients (decision-makers at top-tier OEMs), manage build schedules/milestones, mitigate risks, resolve interdependencies, and handle commercial topics (quotes, POs, invoices, pricing/delivery).
- Coordinate global cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain) and work directly with engineering/factory teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality targets.
- Identify and drive program priorities, even when not fully defined; take full ownership of project success without requiring direct authority.
- Support customer visits to manufacturing sites and be available outside regular hours as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field) or equivalent experience.
- 3–5+ years of program/project management experience (5–10 years preferred for senior fits).
- Proven track record driving hardware/product development lifecycles in high-volume consumer electronics or related industries (smartphones, wearables, laptops, tablets, robotics/small actuators).
- Strong understanding of NPI cycles, supply chain operations, and cross-functional team leadership.
- Comfortable with ambiguity, problem-solving, and taking ownership in a fast-paced environment.