Hardware Engineering Director jobs in Arizona

Position Overview:

Marcus Engineering is seeking a hardware engineering manager to join our engineering team and lead a group of 3-5 embedded software and hardware engineers. This role involves owning technical work, guiding the team through execution, interfacing with customers to generate requirements, structuring projects and budgets, and being a key technical contributor to challenging projects.

About Us:

Marcus Engineering is a contract electrical-focused product development company handling diverse projects. One day, you might find yourself rapidly iterating on cutting-edge oil well sensors, and the next, supporting a multi-million dollar medical device development. Our driven Electrical and Computer Engineers are deeply passionate about their work, excelling in engineering fundamentals and effective communication. We blend creativity with disciplined, rapid development of IoT devices, medical devices, industrial, and military electronics. We value individuals with a dedicated engineering spirit who can lead and take responsibility.

Our dynamic environment requires quick learners to tackle new and unique challenges. We offer a challenging environment where constant learning, quick thinking, and hands-on design are essential. Our strong profit-sharing program and reimbursement for personal projects are core to our team's culture and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Architecture Design: Own the design and implementation of system architecture, with support from the operations team while leading junior engineers, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer needs.
• Technical Team Leadership and Mentorship: Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, supporting them to own constrained system problems with your guidance.
• Project Lifecycle Ownership: Own the project lifecycle from technical sales and quoting through to on-time, on-budget completion, ensuring all phases meet company standards and client expectations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with and lead various disciplines—electrical, mechanical, software, and others—to ensure cohesive and efficient project progress.
• Technical Breadth and Depth: Broad experience across embedded software and hardware, with anchoring expertise in at least one area and the ability to dive deep into technical subjects.
• Proposal Writing and Program Management: Participate in proposal writing and expand your scope, contributing to the overall success of the company.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Our culture celebrates people who are self-taught!

• 3-5 years experience in embedded software and hardware.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and standards in the medical device sector (or another regulated sector, such as automotive, aerospace, military, industrial, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working with teams and effectively collaborating with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in managing complex projects, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities.
• A keen interest in broadening expertise across various disciplines.

Marcus Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or experience level.