Director of Technology and Innovation
| Category: | Professional |
| Location: | Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
| Pay: | $150,000.00 Annually |
| Posted: | 1 week ago |
| Status: | Open |
Description
Director of Technology and Innovation
Direct hire role at a healthy printed circuit boards (PCB) manufacturer. Position sits in office in Costa Mesa, CA area.
What's in it for you?
- Opportunity to creatively improve processes and implement emerging AI technology
- Strong employee benefits
Director of Technology and Innovation Details:
Direct Hire position- $
150,000.00 to $ 180,000.00 / annually First Shift ( Monday throughFriday )
Will be part of the Sr. Management Team and oversee all technological and innovative initiatives related to hardware, software, and artificial intelligence (AI) within PCB manufacturing operations.
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and execute the company’s technology and innovation strategy, aligning with broader business objectives and growth targets.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, trends, and industry innovations, particularly in hardware, software, and AI, to ensure the company’s competitive advantage in the PCB manufacturing sector.
- Lead and manage the technology roadmap for both short-term and long-term initiatives.
Technology Oversight:
- Lead the integration of advanced hardware technologies (e.g., automated manufacturing equipment, sensors, robotics) and software systems (e.g., ERP, MES, simulation tools).
- Oversee the development/ implementation of AI and machine learning solutions for predictive maintenance, quality control, process optimization, and demand forecasting in PCB manufacturing.
- Collaborate with teams to design and develop next-generation PCB technologies and products
Team Leadership & Development
- Hardware team of 2 currently
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Budget & Resource Management
Innovation Management
Continuous Improvement
Director of Technology and Innovation Qualifications:
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years' in tech leadership role, at least 5 years focused on hardware, software, or AI technologies
- Proven experience in PCB manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, or a related field
- Expertise in hardware development, software engineering, AI/ML implementation, and digital transformation in a manufacturing context.
- Understanding of PCB manufacturing processes, equipment, and design tools.
- Familiarity with automation technologies, industrial IoT (IIoT), and robotics.
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks, data analytics, and cloud technologies, particularly in optimizing production and supply chain processes A MUST.
- Proficiency with software systems (e.g., ERP, MES, simulation tools) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++).
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.
Our commitment to you: to be Kind, Helpful, Respectful, Honest and Committed To Finding You Work.
How to Apply:
Email, call, or text us today! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!
Qualifications
*See above for qualifications
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