Engineering Team Manager

Location: Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

• Lead end-to-end NPI from development through Product Readiness and mass production, including prototype and pilot builds.
• Drive DFx, manufacturing and assembly processes, BOM/AVL readiness, engineering risk management, and Packaging & Labels.
• Provide engineering and quality support to contract manufacturers and OEM/ODM partners, including Jabil.
• Lead engineering initiatives related to cost reduction, manufacturing optimization, and Manufacturing Transfer.
• OEM/ODM Sourcing & Management - Source, qualify, and manage OEM/ODM partners, including building new supplier relationships and leading technical and commercial negotiations.

• Lead Oracle Agile PLM, including ECO/MCO, Change Control, CCB, product data, BOM, AVL, and engineering documentation.
• Manage component lifecycle and EOL activities, including alternative component identification and Components Engineering.
• Support product maintenance and engineering changes throughout the product lifecycle.

• Lead global product quality, regulatory, and certification activities for Kramer, OEM, and ODM products.
• Manage certification projects with testing laboratories and regulatory bodies, including CE, FCC, UL, UKCA, RCM, and other regional requirements.
• Ensure compliance for critical components and environmental requirements, including RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Packaging, Batteries, ESG, and Sustainability.
• Maintain ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 certifications, including Follow-up Audits and ongoing compliance.
• Manage the regulatory and certification budget.
• Monitor regulatory developments and lead emerging requirements, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

• Lead and develop four functional leads covering Standards & Regulatory, Quality & Manufacturing Engineering, PLM/ECO, and NPI/Computing Products.
• Set priorities and ensure effective execution across Engineering functions.
• Work closely with R&D, Product, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Logistics, V&V, Quality, and Finance.
• Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, OEM/ODM partners, testing laboratories, component suppliers, and external engineering partners.
• Lead cross-functional engineering projects while managing priorities, risks, quality, cost, and timelines.

• At least 10 years of experience in engineering management roles within the electronics industry; experience in the Audio & Video signal processing and distribution industry is preferred.
• B.Sc. in Electronics or Electrical Engineering is required; an advanced Engineering degree or MBA is an advantage.
• OEM/ODM Sourcing & Management - Source, qualify, and manage OEM/ODM partners, including building new supplier relationships and leading technical and commercial negotiations.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end NPI and DFx processes through mass production.
• Experience with EMS, OEM, and ODM manufacturing partners, including commercial and technical negotiations.
• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering and Components Engineering.
• Experience with PLM, BOM/AVL, component lifecycle, and EOL management.
• Proven engineering project management experience.

• Strong knowledge of international regulatory and certification requirements, including FCC, CE, UL, UKCA, and RCM.
• Experience with PLM systems, preferably Oracle Agile PLM, and ECO/MCO processes.
• Strong understanding of DFx, including Design for Manufacturing, Test, Cost, and Assembly.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and environmental compliance requirements, including RoHS, REACH, WEEE, ESG, and Sustainability.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global, multicultural environment.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.