Platform manager

A fast-growing well-funded startup developing cutting-edge technology-driven is looking for an experienced Electronics/Mechanics engineer to manage the Hardware R&D group. This is a unique opportunity to join and lead a small team early on and have a critical part in making a vision reality, facing many challenges and opportunities. 
 
Areas of Responsibility 
· Lead the company’s entire Machine-side development efforts, consisting of Mechanics, Electronics/Control,
Process development and Integration. 
· Professional management of all Hardware aspects of the company’s technology and product developments 
· Direct management of a large Hardware development group comprising of four teams and several
subcontractors. 
· Continue building and strengthening the Hardware group in accordance with the Company’s growth plans. 
· Recognized and leading source of knowledge in the field for both internal and external parties. 
· Technological consulting to relevant functions outside the company. 
 
Background and skills requirements 
· Engineering degree in either Electronics/Mechanics or another relevant field. 
· Experience of at least 12 years in the development of multidisciplinary systems. 
· Experience of at least 8 years in directly managing significant R&D teams. 
· Significant experience in the development of Digital printing technologies – an advantage 
· Proven ability of personally driving large development groups into timely delivery. 
· High skills in organization and professional communication both internally and externally (partners, customers, investors, external laboratories etc.). 
 
Reports to 
· VP R&D