Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering

Hewlett Packard Enterprise • San Jose, CA

70d • $148,000 - $340,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Senior Hardware Manager to lead the hardware development and release processes. This role is designed as ‘Hybrid' with an expectation of working on average 2 days per week from an HPE office. The Senior Hardware Manager will oversee the design, development, and manufacturing of hardware products, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness throughout the lifecycle. This position requires management experience in the Networking/Communications hardware industry, including hands-on expertise with Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) development methodologies. The role involves managing and mentoring a team, collaborating with external partners, and driving innovation in hardware solutions that meet business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of management experience in hardware development, with hands-on experience in Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) development methodologies.
• Strong background in hardware design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes, including board design, FPGA design, high-power SoC based systems, and CPU subsystem design.
• Proven track record of managing product development for Networking (switching/routing/security) Systems.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain management, production schedules, and cost optimization.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and lead teams to meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and manage vendor, partner, and customer relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to troubleshoot complex hardware development challenges, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of international manufacturing standards, regulatory compliance, and product certifications (e.g., CE, UL, RoHS).
• Prior experience in hardware development of highly complex high-speed Communications/Networking products is a plus.
• Knowledge of software and firmware development processes as they relate to hardware.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a hardware development team, ensuring high performance, innovation, and effective collaboration across design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Oversee the entire hardware lifecycle from concept through production, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Work closely with ODM partners to drive hardware design, manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely production.
• Collaborate with hardware and software architects, software development and test teams, and product management teams to define hardware requirements, specifications, and timelines.
• Ensure hardware meets product requirements by managing bring-up and lab testing activities.
• Drive DVT testing, validation, and certification processes.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with hardware design, production, and supply chain issues.
• Oversee the development of hardware prototypes with focus on continuous improvement and eventual release to production.
• Drive and participate in reviews of design documentation, schematics and PCB designs, and hardware test plans.
• Develop and implement processes to improve hardware performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Manage relationships with CMs and ODMs, ensuring effective communication and smooth operations throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyze data from hardware testing and customer feedback to drive product improvements.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing experienced hardware team, providing guidance, support, and career development opportunities.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in hardware technologies to ensure the company remains competitive.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
• Personal & Professional Development programs to help reach career goals.
• Unconditional Inclusion in the workplace, celebrating individual uniqueness and varied backgrounds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree