Garmin International, Inc. Olathe , KS 66051
Posted 3 weeks ago
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Team Leader, Electrical Design Engineering in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and directing a team of Electrical Engineers and Technicians that design and develop electronic components, products, and systems while enhancing existing designs, improving production techniques, developing test procedures, and focusing on project execution.
The automotive electronics market is primed for significant growth, driven by market advancements in consumer connectivity, electric vehicles, and autonomous driving. This role serves our Automotive OEM segment which interacts directly with Automotive manufacturers all over the world to design and produce highly integrated and complex in-cabin electronic systems.
Essential Functions
Directly supervise various levels of design team members by setting the tone for the team environment and providing individualized coaching, training and mentoring
Participate in recruiting activities, interview, hire, train, and evaluate performance for the team
Participate in design reviews, assuring proper attendees and proper coverage of topics, imparting lessons learned and good design practices to all that attend
Provide Design Engineering cost and effort estimations for new business opportunities
Ensure the team meets overall design goals in accordance with internal or external cusomter requirements
Ensure the design is partitioned appropriately and assigned to qualified engineers
Monitor progress of the design team in meeting product requirements, customer requirements, and schedule compliance as well as ensuring appropriate lab and field testing is performed
Assist Design Engineers and Technicians in performing tradeoff analysis of different circuit options
Understand production needs and ensure that engineers are working effectively with the production group as well as facilitating team work with other groups both inside and outside of Garmin (software, mechanical, sales, QA, etc.)
Serve as customer interface and/or escalation contact for Electrical Design activities within a given project
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or related field AND 5 years relevant experience OR a minimum of 10 years relevant experience
Excellent Academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes and documentation
Knowledge of Garmin's product lines and customer needs
Broad technical knowledge and skills in various areas of Electrical Engineering (e.g., analog, digital, RF, and/or DSP
Detailed knowledge and experience with test equipment and software tools for electronics design, testing and documentation
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Desired Qualifications
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Previous leadership or mentorship experience
Prior experience with customer and/or supplier interactions in a business-to-business relationship
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
Garmin International, Inc.