

VP, R&D Engineering
Location
Needham, MA
Level
VP / Executive
Department
Consumer Electronics
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-10-02
Responsibilities
- Lead technical projects and guide cross-functional teams.
- Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects from conception to completion.
- Drive continuous innovation and research activities.
- Foster collaboration between various departments for seamless integration of R&D initiatives.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Communicate project status and strategies to stakeholders.
- Evaluate new technologies and potential partnerships to enhance R&D capabilities.
Job Requirements
- Extensive experience (typically 20+ years) in Engineering/R&D roles.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related field.
- Strong leadership and persuasive communication skills.
- Ability to lead a dynamic, fast-paced team.
- Consumer-first perspective on product development.
- Demonstrated management skills to motivate teams.
- Analytical and quantitative skills for data-driven decision-making.