Hardware Test Manager

4 days ago


Auburn Hills MI United States Whisker Full time

Description:

Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.

As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it's a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.

Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 500+ passionate team members.

What You'll Do:

As the Hardware Test Manager you will lead a team of validation engineers and technicians with coordination and execution of precise, and efficient standardized laboratory testing to aid in the development of the next generation of high-quality, connected consumer robotics products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages schedules of test engineers to satisfy up to four ongoing concurrent programs from Engineering Verification (EVT), Design Validation (DVT) through Production Validations (PVT).
Writes and maintains test plans for consumer robotic products.
Performs tests, gathers data, and writes results/reports with assistance from Hardware and Quality Engineering, utilizing various types of electro-mechanical equipment.
Reads schematics, assembly drawings, data sheets, and processes sheets to perform testing, build fixtures, check out and trouble-shoot equipment.
Assists in failure analysis, troubleshooting, rework/repair of non-conforming manufactured product to determine root causes.
Will perform additional responsibilities when required

Leadership Responsibilities:

Directly supervises department Teams. Carries out supervisory responsibilities following Whisker policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training, and hiring, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, addressing team issues, and upholding safety and quality guidelines.

Requirements:

What You'll Bring:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in an engineering laboratory
Minimum of 2 years managing an engineering test team
Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions
A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues
Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs)

Not Required but Nice to Have

Experience with test and design of robotics

Benefits & Perks:

Join a tenacious, inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own path, lead by grounding decisions in the "why", and has a strong sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrow's pet products—plus a whole lot of extras. You will also be provided with:

Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Paid parental leave
Whisker Parents Program
1 day "pawternity" leave for new pet adoption
Pet Insurance
401K match
Flexible spending accounts
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous paid time off
14 Paid Holidays
Top of the line equipment
Pet-friendly office
Whisker products and swag
Continuing education Support
On-site gym with Peloton
Referral program

Statement of Inclusivity:

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.

Please ensure to regularly check your email spam folder for any communication from Whisker to avoid missing important updates regarding your application status.

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