Hardware Industrialization & Process Manager

Descripción del puesto:

ZPCE

About The Role

At Fluidra, a global leader in pool and wellness equipment, we design innovative, connected, and durable products used worldwide.

To support our growing portfolio of electronic and IoT solutions, we are seeking a Hardware Industrialization & Process Manager to ensure our products are designed and industrialized to the highest standards of quality, reliability, and efficiency.

This strategic role sits at the intersection of R&D, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and EMS partners, with a strong focus on early design-for-manufacturing excellence and global process harmonization.

Key Responsibilities

* Hardware Industrialization
* Lead the industrialization of electronic modules and products, including:
* IoT devices and connected pool equipment
* Control boards, pumps, sensors, robotic pool cleaners, and water treatment systems
* Drive the transition from concept and prototype phases to mass production.
* Define and apply DFM / DFT rules adapted to harsh environments (humidity, corrosion, thermal cycling, outdoor exposure).
* Manage EVT / DVT / PVT phases and ensure industrial readiness for global launches.
* Lead structured Design Reviews (schematic, PCB layout, BOM) and ensure findings are tracked to closure.
* Act as the DFM/DFT reference for R&D teams, providing hands-on design reviews and actionable guidance from early design phases.
* Process Engineering & Workflow Deployment
* Define, document, and deploy hardware design and industrialization processes across Fluidra's global R&D teams (Europe, US, APAC).
* Standardize workflows for:
* Schematic design & PCB layout
* Component selection & lifecycle management
* Library management and technical documentation
* Implement IPC-compliant design rules, guidelines, and review frameworks.
* Create templates, checklists, and handover packages for design-to-manufacturing transfer.
* Improve development efficiency through process automation, structured validation workflows, and version control strategies.
* EMS Sourcing & Supplier Management
* Support the selection and qualification of EMS partners aligned with Fluidra's quality, cost, and volume requirements.
* Evaluate supplier capabilities, factory processes, and IPC compliance.
* Work closely with sourcing teams on:
* Component sustainability
* Obsolescence and risk mitigation
* Lead-time and alternative strategies
* Lead technical workshops and audits with EMS and key suppliers worldwide.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Collaborate closely with electronics, firmware, mechanical, quality, and project management teams.
* Ensure early integration of:
* Industrial constraints
* Environmental exposure requirements
* Regulatory compliance (CE, FCC, UL, pool-specific standards)
* Establish feedback loops using manufacturing issues and field data to drive design and process improvements.
* Act as the key interface between R&D and Operations throughout the product lifecycle.
* Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing
* Lead initiatives to improve manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
* Introduce new tools, IPC best practices, Lean approaches, and structured problem-solving methods.
* Promote a culture of design excellence and process maturity.
* Design and deliver training programs on:
* DFX principles
* IPC standards
* Structured development workflows across global engineering teams.
Required

Qualifications & Experience

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
* Strong experience in hardware industrialization, preferably in consumer electronics, IoT, or electromechanical products.
* Solid knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, testing, and assembly processes.
* Deep understanding of IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-A-600, IPC-610, IPC-7351…).
* Proven experience working with international EMS partners.
* Strong DFM/DFT expertise and hands-on experience with EVT/DVT/PVT phases.
* Ability to define and deploy engineering processes from early design stages.
* Strong communication and leadership skills in a multicultural environment.
* Pragmatic, hands-on mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Nice to Have

* Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD tools.
* Knowledge of pool and outdoor electronics constraints (water, corrosion, chlorine, UV).
* Experience with IoT / connected devices (BLE, Wi-Fi, embedded systems).
* Familiarity with PLM / ERP systems and structured documentation flows.
* Lean Six Sigma, FMEA, or continuous improvement certifications.

Why Join Fluidra?

* Work on innovative, connected products used worldwide.
* Play a key role in shaping global R&D and industrial processes.
* Collaborate in an international, multicultural environment.
* Make a tangible impact on product quality, robustness, and sustainability