Manager, Lightspeed Lab

Resonetics • Nashua, NH

19d • $115,000 - $142,000

About The Position

Resonetics is a global leader in advanced engineering, prototyping, product development, and micro manufacturing for the medical device industry. The Manager, Lightspeed Lab oversees lab operations and leads the engineering team in project planning, development, and implementation. The role is accountable for meeting site goals related to on-time project delivery, quality, and resource management; coordinating across departments; allocating resources; and supporting team growth. The manager is also responsible for customer communications and the external professionalism of the engineering team.

The position monitors site performance metrics, serves as an escalation point for technical and operational challenges, ensures work adheres to Resonetics’ quality standards, and supports continuous improvement. The manager communicates with senior leadership and customers about project status, deliverables, and performance. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications, with an anticipated range of $115,000–$142,000. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams and driving multiple projects to completion.
• Experience managing site metrics such as project delivery, quality, and throughput.
• In-depth knowledge of high-precision manufacturing equipment, processes, and industry standards, particularly in medical device manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, including mentoring Group Leaders and guiding a team toward operational excellence.
• Ability to delegate effectively while balancing workload and overseeing critical tasks and projects.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, including troubleshooting complex technical and operational issues.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for working with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external customers.
• Ability to manage and improve key performance metrics and drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• 5–7 years of engineering experience, including 2–3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Previous engineering leadership experience in medical device manufacturing or a high-precision environment.
• Expertise in ISO-certified Quality Systems and a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements for medical device manufacturing.
• Experience with advanced process improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing, and applying them to improve team efficiency and product quality.
• Familiarity with financial and operational metrics, such as cost analysis, ROI, and productivity tracking, in an engineering context.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance and workflow of multiple project teams, ensuring site metrics such as on-time project delivery, quality, and job throughput are consistently met or exceeded.
• Allocate resources strategically, balancing team capacity with project demands and making effective use of engineering and technical resources across the lab.
• Delegate project planning, quoting, and execution responsibilities to Group Leaders and Engineers while overseeing critical tasks and maintaining alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor site performance metrics, including quote turnaround time, jobs shipped per month, and project quality, and adjust processes to support continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for technical challenges, troubleshoot complex issues, and support Group Leaders in resolving operational and project-related difficulties.
• Foster collaboration and accountability, mentoring Group Leaders and Engineers to develop leadership skills and take on more project ownership.
• Communicate with senior leadership and external customers about project status, deliverables, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with other departments on process improvements, resource planning, and development of new technologies or approaches.
• Ensure projects and processes adhere to Resonetics’ quality standards and oversee lab documentation and compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager