What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Hardware Engineering position at Inspiren?
About Inspiren
Inspiren was created to help operators forge thriving senior living communities.
We use a simple, streamlined platform that protects resident privacy, to optimize community operations at every step. Our technology puts residents first, capturing insights on everything from revenue leakage to staff utilization, while providing an extra layer of oversight, as an extension of your care team.
We know that balancing operations takes time and effort, not to mention careful coordination of many parts - that's why we offer seamless solutions to guide stronger care decisions. Because while you can't control any specific event, we believe that data can power communities to live and work better.
Keeping your residents healthy and your staff productive is easy with Inspiren.
Smarter care, on every wall. One room at a time.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled, hands on Director of Hardware Engineering to own and lead the design and execution of hardware devices and platforms. As a senior member of the team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our hardware solutions. You will drive innovation, ensure the integration of cutting-edge technologies, and deliver devices that meet the highest standards of quality and performance, across the lifecycle of all of Inspiren's devices and platforms.
What You'll Do
- Lead Hardware Design Projects : Oversee the end-to-end design and development of new devices, from conceptualization to production.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally : Work closely with software engineers, mechanical engineers, product managers, our outsourced design and development partners, and other stakeholders to define hardware requirements and specifications per product requirements.
- Innovate and Optimize : Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies. Introduce new technologies and methodologies to meet the necessary design specifications and performance. Provide technical expertise and support in hardware development, testing, and validation across the product lifecycle.
- Embed Rigorous Design for Excellence (DfX) Mindset : Conduct design reviews as well as both design and process failure mode effect analysis (FMEA), partnering with the outsourced design and development partners to drive rigorous DfX (design for cost, supply chain, reliability, quality, manufacturing, etc.) methodologies across all phases of the product development.
- Mentor Team Members : Provide technical guidance and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
- Ensure Quality, Reliability, and Compliance : Oversee the prototyping process, conduct testing, and validate hardware performance and reliability against requirements, including environmental and accelerated testing. Ensure all hardware meets regulatory standards and industry best practices. Set quality and reliability specifications.
- Problem-Solve : Troubleshoot complex hardware issues and implement effective solutions in a timely manner. Act as the Tier-2 engineering support for products out in the field.
- Strategic Planning : Contribute to the long-term hardware roadmap, aligning device development with the company's product and platform roadmap.
About You
Proficient in circuit design, PCB layout, and hardware debugging.
Additional Qualifications
Details
Salary : $200,000 - $220,000
