Senior Hardware Manager - Nokia : Job Details

As a Senior Hardware Manager at Nokia's San Jose location, you will guide a dynamic team of electrical and mechanical engineers dedicated to developing and designing high-speed telecom boards. Your role is pivotal in bringing innovative products from concept to production, ensuring our telecommunications solutions meet market demands. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll drive projects that encompass product development, sustainable engineering for existing products, and cutting-edge technology research. The work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on hands-on guidance. You'll actively engage in guiding hardware design and thermal solutions, making a tangible impact on our product lineup. If you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive atmosphere where your expertise shapes the future of telecommunications, we want to hear from you!

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred
• 10+ years of experience in hardware management and team leadership
• Strong understanding of high-speed Ethernet standards and OTN
• Proficient in thermal design for high-powered, densely packed circuit packs
• Hands-on experience with board design tools like Cadence and CREO

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience with ARM-based processors and FPGAs
• Knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly design rules
• Familiarity with NEBS, ETSI, and ANSI standards

• Guide and manage the daily activities of a high-performing team of Board designers, mechanical and thermal engineers in the design of high-speed telecommunications products.
• Drive the design, testing, validation, and production release of Chassis and Printed Circuit Boards, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Provide hands-on technical guide in hardware development, including schematic capture, layout, and Engineering Design Verification Testing (EDVT).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (SW, FW, SDVT, MFG, Optical) to define product features based on mechanical, electrical, and thermal trade-offs.
• Implement cooling solutions for high-powered, densely packed circuit boards, leveraging expertise in thermal design and engineering.
• Oversee ODM vendor collaboration for design schematic reviews and guidance during the development process.
• Supports product lifecycle from concept through pre- and post-production release, ensuring smooth transitions and quality outcomes.
• Mentor and develop team members, focusing on hiring, coaching, and establishing development goals for sustained team growth.