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EXTREME ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

Hardware Engineering Manager

EXTREME ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774

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Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking an Embedded Hardware Engineering Manager for our digital design team. As an Electrical Design Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers in partnership with key company stakeholders through the development and sustainment of our diverse product lines. This role has wide-ranging responsibilities and impacts in product development, personnel management, and process ownership with visibility across the organization including at the executive level.

X-ES is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, and support of embedded computing solutions for compute-intensive applications. Located on the far west side of Madison, WI, X-ES offers a range of products from commercial-grade to fully ruggedized boards and systems, including COTS products and bespoke solutions.

Our work spans across demanding sectors such as military, communications, commercial, and industrial markets. At X-ES, we are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), ensuring that our team members are invested in and benefit from our collective success.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day responsibilities of the team in support of all assigned product development efforts including technical and schedule challenges and resource assignments

Lead and mentor a team of embedded hardware engineers, developing the team’s technical and leadership skills

Build and sustain a collaborative, high-performing team that challenges assumptions, strives for innovative solutions, and maintain a culture of accountability and hunger for success that promotes communication to stakeholders

Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional coordination between the team and other departments

Contribute to company-wide initiatives affecting the Team while aligning team priorities with company strategy and corporate priorities

Improve engineering tools, workflows, and processes to reduce inefficiencies

Balance structure and flexibility, avoiding unnecessary red tape

Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the engineering team

Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing regular feedback, conducting performance reviews, and maintaining team metrics

Handle HR-related responsibilities such as compensation discussions, employee engagement, and performance reviews

Foster a supportive and respectful work environment where employees feel heard and valued

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field

Minimum of seven (7+) years of relevant engineering experience, including two (2+) years in a management role

Demonstrated leadership abilities in prior engineering and management roles

Computer proficiency and a high level of organization with strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed technical decisions

Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI

Desired Qualifications

Strong technical background with expertise in hardware development, testing, and sustainment

Proficiency in embedded processor design

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

A passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Compensation and Benefits Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits, including:

No-deductible, low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)

Health and wellness benefits coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following your start date

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)

Paid time off, plus eight paid holidays a year

401(k) employer match up to 4%, subject to plan terms & waiting periods (Roth option is available)

Participation in the 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible day shift scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

REQUIRED: Demonstrated leadership abilities in prior engineering and management roles. Computer proficiency and a high level of organization with strong attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI. DESIRED: Strong technical background with expertise in hardware development, testing, and sustainment. Proficiency in embedded processor design. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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