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Job Specification and Main ResponsibilitiesAll potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.We are looking for an Engineering Manager who can inject first-class leadership, planning discipline, and people-management expertise into a growing, multi-disciplinary R&D team comprising hardware electronics, embedded firmware, and software test engineers.Our integrated R&D team supports both the Roksan and Monitor Audio brands, with electronics engineering primarily focused on Roksans stereo Hi-Fi systems and the development of electronics-based platforms within the Monitor Audio product range. For detailed information on our technologies and product lines, visit roksan.com and monitoraudio.com.Youll work alongside two peer managers one leading firmware development and the other overseeing software testing who are responsible for day-to-day technical execution. Your role will focus on technical coordination, team development, project ownership (acting as the single point of truth for stakeholders), and strategic resource planning. You should bring a strong background in electronics systems along with the leadership skills needed to build, motivate, and scale a high-performing team capable of delivering world-class audio products.Education & Work ExperienceFirst-class degree or Masters in Electronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related STEM disciplineAt least 5 years in a senior or principal electronics role with proven team management experience (hiring, mentoring, performance management).Demonstrable track record of delivering complex, cross-disciplinary products from concept to productionExperience steering cross-functional project teams and presenting to senior stakeholders (TD/Exec).Essential Technical & Leadership SkillsThe successful candidate should understand these at depth and guide others in their application:Core TechnicalSystem-level architecture & hardware/software partitioningPCB design, tool-chain and design standards (Altium preferred)Digital and mixed-signal electronics designPower supply design (linear & SMPS)Design for EMC 'safety compliance (CE/FCC)Project & ProcessFull lifecycle managementProject planning, including risk, schedule, and critical path supportResource forecasting & workload balancingDesign 'stage-gate review facilitationPeople & CommunicationInspirational leadership and team coachingClear verbal and written communicationStakeholder management (Product, Operations, Marketing)Conflict resolution and negotiationDesirable / Nice to HavePostgraduate qualification in a relevant fieldExperience building automated HIL or audio test systemsExpertise in design-for-manufacture, cost-down activities, and vendor managementIntellectual property (IP) generation experienceMain ResponsibilitiesLeadership & CultureFoster a high-performance, collaborative environmentMentor engineers and support professional developmentLead recruitment, onboarding, and trainingChampion our Transparent Design PhilosophyProject & Resource ManagementMaintain project schedules and provide regular updates to the Technical Director and Project ManagementBalance workloads across electronics, firmware, and test teams; highlight resourcing issues earlyTechnical OversightOversee electronics architecture, schematic/PCB reviews, and design verificationOwn and manage PCB designEnsure compliance with regulatory and environmental standardsCross-Functional CoordinationAct as the primary liaison between Software and Test ManagersAlign sprint goals, test coverage, and release readinessSupport broader R&D efforts in planning and risk managementProcess & Continuous ImprovementDefine and refine best-practice processes (requirements capture, design reviews, DFMEA, change control)Drive root-cause analysis of field issues; lead lessons-learned sessions and implement corrective actionsBudget & Supplier EngagementManage departmental budgets, test equipment, tools, trainingSupport strategic supplier relationships and participate in key component/PCB vendor reviewsAdvocacy & EvangelismPromote the teams achievements internally and help translate complex technology into compelling stories for Marketing and Sales assetsCreate white papers to communicate new IPPersonal AttributesStrategic thinker, able to zoom from detail to big-picture.Calm under pressure; decisive when faced with ambiguity.Passion for audio & music technologyProactive continuous learnerInclusive leadership style that values diversity of thought and experience.BenefitsCompany pension scheme, details on request25 days holiday increasing 1 day every 5 years to a maximum of 28 daysLimited Healthcare through Westfield HealthStaff purchases and discounted pricesA Great Time to Join Monitor AudioThis is a valuable opportunity to be part of a well-established, forward-looking audio company. We're at a key point in developing the next generation of our products, and we're looking for people who are passionate about audio and take pride in thoughtful, well-engineered design. In this role, youll have the chance to make a direct and lasting impactcontributing to products that are genuinely valued by our customers. There's a unique satisfaction in seeing your work come to life in the hands (and homes) of people who care deeply about sound. If youre driven by the craft of creating world-class audio equipment and want to be part of a team that shares that dedication, wed like to hear from you.