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Strategic Project Lead - PCB & AI Platforms (Remote)
Strategic Project Lead – PCB & AI Platforms (Remote)
Role: Strategic Project Lead – PCB & AI Platforms Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere) Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $400K – $550K/yr
Role Overview
We are hiring for one of our clients to fill the position of Strategic Project Lead – PCB & Embedded Design, responsible for overseeing end-to-end hardware development projects from concept to production. This leadership role involves coordinating cross-functional teams across PCB layout, embedded firmware, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing partners, defining project scope, timelines, and resource allocation while ensuring alignment with technical and business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute project plans for PCB and embedded system designs, aligning technical efforts with business objectives and feasibility.
- Lead collaboration between hardware engineers, firmware developers, and third-party vendors to deliver high-quality prototypes within budget.
- Manage PCB layout reviews, signal integrity analysis, and component selection to optimise performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for project progress, risk mitigation, and quality assurance.
- Present technical and strategic updates to stakeholders, including executive leadership, to secure approvals and necessary resources.
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Required Skills & Qualifications
- Degree: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience:
- Minimum 7 years in PCB design and embedded systems development, with at least 3 years in a project leadership or management role.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, mechanical engineering, and suppliers).
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in PCB design tools, e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, or Cadence Allegro.
- Embedded firmware development in C/C++, including debugging via JTAG or logic analysers.
- Strong understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management.
- Familiarity with industry standards (IPC-2221, IPC-A-610) and UL certification processes.
- Experience with version control (Git) and hardware documentation tools (Confluence, Jira).
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, DFM (Design for Manufacturing), and supply chain coordination.
- Soft Skills & Competencies:
- Ability to assess technical risks and balance cost, schedule, and performance trade-offs.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-team communication skills.
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More About the Opportunity
This role provides a challenging and influential opportunity to work with a global leader in technology, contributing to the development of next-generation embedded systems for commercial and industrial applications. You will engage directly with senior leadership to shape project roadmaps and drive innovation in hardware design.
Equal Opportunity Notice
We hire based on skills and expertise. Qualified candidates are welcomed regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.
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