Hardware Engineering Manager
About The Position
RAJANT CORPORATION, the 20+-year leader and pioneer of industrial wireless patented Kinetic Mesh® networking solutions, providing full mobility and autonomous products, is seeking a Manager of Hardware Engineering to lead our multidisciplinary hardware organization. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for driving Electrical Engineering, PCB Design & Layout, and Mechanical Engineering in the development of rugged, high-performance wireless networking products used in mining, military, industrial automation, and other demanding environments worldwide. We are looking for a technical leader who can balance strategic direction with hands-on hardware expertise and thrive in a fast-paced product development environment.
Requirements
- 6+ years of hardware engineering experience
- 5+ years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong background in high-speed digital and mixed-signal design
- Deep understanding of PCB design and layout best practices
- Experience with ruggedized mechanical systems and thermal solutions
- Proven track record delivering complex hardware products from concept to production
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice To Haves
- Wireless networking, RF systems, or industrial/military hardware
- Low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environments
- Experience working with global contract manufacturers
- Advanced technical degree or MBA
Responsibilities
- Lead & Scale the Hardware Organization
- Manage Electrical Engineering, PCB Design/Layout, and Mechanical Engineering teams
- Build, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering leaders and contributors
- Establish design standards, best practices, and scalable development processes
- Align hardware strategy with product roadmap and company objectives
- Drive Hardware Architecture & Execution
- Oversee high-speed digital, mixed-signal, RF-integrated, and power system designs
- Ensure robust PCB stack-ups, signal integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, and DFM/DFA practices
- Lead ruggedized mechanical design including thermal management and environmental protection
- Guide hardware programs from concept through EVT/DVT/PVT into production
- Cross-Functional & Operational Leadership
- Partner with Product Management, Firmware/Software, Operations, and Supply Chain
- Support regulatory compliance (FCC, CE, MIL-STD, etc.)
- Manage risk, schedules, and budgets
- Oversee supplier engagement and component lifecycle management
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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