Director of Hardware Engineering

SmartSkin Technologies delivers advanced manufacturing optimization solutions globally to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our patented, award-winning Quantifeel sensor and software platform serves the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies and leading beverage brands. Our engineering and R&D teams are based in New Brunswick, with growing presence in North America and Europe.

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Director of Hardware Engineering to lead the design, development, and innovation of our sensor hardware products. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, this leader will guide multidisciplinary engineering teams, drive innovation, and ensure the delivery of high-performance, scalable hardware solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Hardware Design & Development

• Lead the hardware engineering team to deliver innovative sensorized container twins, integrating PCB, electronics, and mechanical design with customer-specific packaging geometries.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in hardware design, including design for manufacturability, testability and reliability.
• Scale and grow the team, establishing effective onboarding, mentoring, and training processes for new members.
• Direct the creation and refinement of manufacturing tooling, such as custom fixtures, jigs, and equipment, to ensure scalable, consistent and reliable end products.
• Collaborate with software, firmware, and product management teams to align hardware design with product goals and market requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and materials to improve product performance, efficiency, and innovation.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

Strategic & Technical Leadership

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

What We Offer

SmartSkin is driven by integrity, innovation, and ambition. We offer competitive compensation, company-paid health and dental benefits, a Group RRSP with matching, and real opportunities to grow your career while making an impact in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Please apply online at https : / / smartskintech.com / careers / for this opportunity. We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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