Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering
Lime
Other Engineering
kunshan, suzhou, jiangsu, china
Posted on Friday, August 23, 2024
Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 400+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 100+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, we achieved a fully profitable year in 2022, becoming the first in our industry to reach this milestone.
At Lime, we don’t think our riders should have to ride the same vehicles that a small number of suppliers sell to all of our competitors. We believe our riders deserve better, and because of this, we design and develop our own hardware - optimized to deliver the best rider experience possible. Lime is hiring a Hardware Engineering Manager to join our team in Kunshan, China. We are seeking a creative, innovative, and knowledgeable engineering manager to join our dynamic Hardware Design team. In this role, you will manage a team of electrical and mechanical engineers that specify, develop, qualify, and continuously improve our fleet of e-bikes and e-scooters. This is an exciting opportunity for a globally-minded engineering manager to make an impact building vehicles for a world where transportation is shared, affordable, and carbon-free.
What You'll Do:
- Manage and inspire a high-performance hardware engineering team that develops the industry’s best hardware - now and in the future. This team consists of enthusiastic mechanical and electrical engineers that are currently developing our future vehicles.
- Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership to shape and influence future roadmaps, product architectures, technology investments, partnerships, and product plans.
- Engage in and support all aspects of the product life cycle management, including concept, development, integration, qualification, manufacturing, delivery, acceptance, field performance, and end-of life.
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members to identify vehicle features, functions, and requirements.
- Provide technical oversight and management of ODM and JDM supplier relationships and projects.
- Create initial prototypes and concept models of new vehicle modules with an eye towards practicality and manufacturing feasibility.
- Stay abreast of new technologies relevant to our industry and implement them when feasible. Continue to self-educate with new technologies.
- Bring best in class tools and processes to Lime’s development processes including mCAD, structural simulation, mold flow analysis, 3D tolerance analysis, DFM, eCAD, schematic capture, circuit simulation, SIPI, PCB layout, PCB fab, SMT, ICT, conducted and OTA RF testing, system validation, and qualification.
About You:
- You are a curious, hands-on hardware manager that likes to prototype and test your ideas.
- You are a team player, eager to jump in and contribute to the team’s goals.
- You are able to successfully manage projects with nebulous goals and direction.
- You are an empathetic manager who enables members of your team to perform at their best.
- You have a deep understanding of the process by which systems are optimized for cost, performance, and hardware/firmware development efficiency.
- You have experience developing connected products (bluetooth, wifi, GPS, LTE, UWB, NFC)
- You are a skilled collaborator who aligns competing goals and enables data driven decisions.
- BSEE, BSME or similar with 10+ years of experience in hardware development
- Interest and,or experience in transportation/small vehicle design
- Experience with vehicle / motor control systems.
- Experience developing high volume plastic and metal components with tight tolerances and strict cosmetic standards
- Experience developing electro-mechanical systems utilizing motors, gears, control electronics, and integrated sensors.
- Experience developing battery powered, outdoor systems that demonstrate best in class safety
Preferred Experience:
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Why Lime?
When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team:
Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity
Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps
Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence
Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood
Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors
Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world
Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools
Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer
Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions
Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements
Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.
If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.
Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email recruiting-operations@li.me for assistance.