Senior R&D Innovation Manager

1 week ago


Louisville, Kentucky, United States MIDEA AMERICA CORP. Full time

Company Overview:

Midea America Corp., one of the world's leading home appliance brands, is seeking a highly skilled R&D Innovation Manager to join our team. With over 150,000 employees and operations in more than 195 countries, we offer a comprehensive product portfolio and a commitment to innovation.

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience.

About the Role:

The Senior R&D Innovation Manager will collaborate with international R&D teams to develop new products and improve existing ones. This includes participating in weekly calls, working on advanced development and prototyping, and recommending product improvements based on consumer research.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with international R&D teams to design, problem-solve, and develop new concepts.
  • Participate in product planning and future innovation roadmap processes.
  • Take a hands-on approach to advanced development and prototyping to prove feasibility.
  • Lead competitive analysis and teardowns, including technology offerings, features, performance data, etc.
  • Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with technical teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to organize/execute a strategy.
  • Goal-oriented and self-managed.
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits:

  • Medical insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • 401(k).
  • A comprehensive benefit package.

Midea America Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.



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