Lead Mechanical Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations is hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer with significant experience in consumer electronics to join our Connected Products this role youll mentor a team of mechanical engineers while driving the mechanical design strategy for FBINs connected products from initial concept through mass production. This role provides the opportunity to develop mechanical architecture decisions guide technical direction across multiple programs and serve as a senior technical authority to drive projects through detailed design prototyping validation DFM and development stages (EVT DVT PVT MP).

To be successful as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at FBIN youll have a passion for building innovative solutions a track record of shipping Consumer Electronic products at scale and the ability to develop and inspire engineering talent. 

LOCATION: This position is eligible for hybrid schedule (Mondays and Fridays are remote) from either North Olmsted OH or San Francisco CA 

RESPONSIBLIITIES: 

• Lead architecture and analysis parts design documentation and functional validation of mechanical components and assemblies across multiple concurrent programs. 

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers setting standards for design quality and engineering best practices. 

• Drive mechanical design strategy in partnership with ID Product and Program Management influencing new product direction from concept through launch. 

• Own system integration of mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. 

• Interface with and manage relationships with suppliers/partners EE manufacturing and operations quality and other development groups. 

• Lead rapid feasibility studies and design reviews making and communicating trade-off decisions for cost schedule and performance. 

• Serve as the senior technical authority for complex multi-discipline projects resolving escalated engineering challenges. 

• Champion DFM and manufacturing readiness guiding programs through EVT DVT PVT and MP milestones 

• Oversee mechanical reliability testing programs defining test plans interpreting results and driving corrective actions to ensure products meet durability and performance standards 

Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering other relevant fields or equivalent experience. 

• 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design of consumer electronics IOT medical devices or similar electro-mechanical products. 

• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring engineering teams. 

• Proven track record of successfully shipping multiple high-volume products from concept to mass production. 

• Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions at a senior level. 

Additional Information :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $110000 USD - $143000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time