Sr Mgr Mechanical Technology Development

About the role

Starkey is seeking a strategic, technically driven leader to build and lead a world-class Mechanical Engineering function within Advanced Development, shaping the technologies and product platforms that will define the future of hearing innovation. This is an opportunity to lead high-impact teams, advance emerging technologies and IP, and influence cross-functional R&D strategy from early concepts through product maturation.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies, connecting people and changing lives through cutting-edge hearing health innovations and industry-leading research and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, technical direction, and execution for the Mechanical Engineering function within Advanced Development.
• Build and maintain a world-class, state-of-the-art mechanical engineering function by advancing team capabilities, tools, processes, and engineering best practices.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive innovation in hearing aid technologies, products, and platform concepts, including the identification, development, and maturation of new technologies and intellectual property.
• Drive the maturation, integration, and transfer of mechanical technologies and concepts into product development programs.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define future product opportunities and ensure alignment between mechanical engineering activities and broader business and product objectives.
• Provide organizational leadership through resource planning, prioritization, performance management, budget oversight, and development of department objectives.
• Leverage suppliers and external partners to expand capabilities and accelerate innovation.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, competitive products, and customer insights to identify opportunities for differentiation and future growth.
• Represent the Mechanical Engineering function within R&D and serve as a key technical leader influencing engineering strategy across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of product development experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams through new product development, research, and prototyping.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of hearing aid design and manufacturing processes.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in miniature plastic part design.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of plastic part tool design and injection molding.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in elastomeric part design and silicone molding processes.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of fast, low-cost prototyping processes and related equipment.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Creo Parametric CAD software.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of product development best practices (i.e., DFM, DOE, DFMEA, Lean PD, etc.).
• Intermediate familiarity and experience with various test equipment (i.e., audio analyzer, mechanical force gauges, environmental chambers, etc.).
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Project Management best practices.
• Proven ability to perform complex engineering analysis and calculations.
• Demonstrated track record of innovation, technology development, and intellectual property generation.
• Experience working with suppliers, development partners, ODM/JDM organizations, or contract manufacturers.
• Strong leadership, vision, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent people management and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop tactical plans from strategic direction and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Occasional travel.

Pay

The target pay rate for this position is between $148,000 - $183,750 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include: geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Hearing aid benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and paid floating holidays.
• Paid volunteer service day.
• Paid paternity and maternity leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.