Mechanical Engineering Manager

at  Teradyne

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne’s test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW

We are seeking a high-performing person to provide hands-on management to the Platform Engineering team, and to be a key player in the areas of product development. You will possess a broad range of Semiconductor design and development skills and experience, a record of guiding teams from product concept through validation and into manufacturing, as well as in-depth knowledge in several products and technical areas.

You will have a big role to ensure design process implementation in the different design stages and ensure high-quality output.

• Plays a major role in meeting or exceeding division goals.
• Manages staff, internal and external resources to produce prototype devices and components for testing and evaluation of designs.
• Participates in brainstorming and design reviews. Maintains standards of excellence in all product development processes.
• Participates in the sponsor reviews activities to ensure the completion of projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Intervenes and contributes to successful resolution of technical issues when they arise.
• Ensures that all direct reports are properly accounted in the Aggregate Project Plan (APP) and any offline upcoming work.
• Support and mentor less-experienced employees, while driving change.
• Manages large product development projects when required. Prepares project plans that define phases, tasks, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
• Proactively communicates assignments to those individuals responsible, ensures that tasks are completed within the planned time, and reports project status to the project’s client company.
• Responsible that all work satisfies the requirements of the company’s phase gate, with particular emphasis on Design quality.
• Supervises product development staff located in Costa Rica
• Must be able to travel to Costa Rica a minimum of 2 weeks a quarter, and may need to travel more in the beginning and during the year depending of project needs.

OUR PURPOSE

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

You will have a big role to ensure design process implementation in the different design stages and ensure high-quality output.

• Plays a major role in meeting or exceeding division goals.
• Manages staff, internal and external resources to produce prototype devices and components for testing and evaluation of designs.
• Participates in brainstorming and design reviews. Maintains standards of excellence in all product development processes.
• Participates in the sponsor reviews activities to ensure the completion of projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Intervenes and contributes to successful resolution of technical issues when they arise.
• Ensures that all direct reports are properly accounted in the Aggregate Project Plan (APP) and any offline upcoming work.
• Support and mentor less-experienced employees, while driving change.
• Manages large product development projects when required. Prepares project plans that define phases, tasks, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
• Proactively communicates assignments to those individuals responsible, ensures that tasks are completed within the planned time, and reports project status to the project’s client company.
• Responsible that all work satisfies the requirements of the company’s phase gate, with particular emphasis on Design quality.
• Supervises product development staff located in Costa Rica
• Must be able to travel to Costa Rica a minimum of 2 weeks a quarter, and may need to travel more in the beginning and during the year depending of project needs