Job details

Director, R&D

Tactacam is a leading innovator in outdoor and action camera technology with over one million active customers. We are seeking a seasoned, strategic technical leader to drive complex product development from concept through mass production, with deep expertise in plastics, DFM, and high-volume consumer electronics manufacturing.

Skills

Deep knowledge of plastics, injection molding, 2-shot and insert molding
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) expertise
Experience with multi-cavity tool design and molding defect mitigation
High-volume production ramp experience (50k+ units/month)
Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks or Creo)
Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes
Familiarity with FMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack analysis
Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration
Willingness and ability to travel to offshore manufacturing sites

Responsibilities

Provide technical oversight and direction across multiple concurrent product development programs
Lead design reviews, tolerance analysis, FMEA, risk assessments, and validation planning
Manage development from concept through EVT/DVT/PVT and production ramp-up
Optimize designs for cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability
Partner with global JDM/ODM manufacturers on design intent, tooling strategy, and production readiness
Review and approve tooling designs, mold flow analysis, and first article inspections
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions during validation and production
Ensure timely release of engineering documentation and maintain PLM records
Mentor and develop engineering talent and foster engineering rigor and accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related engineering field
Master's degree in engineering or related field preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Disability and Life Insurance
Remote work flexibility
Opportunities for travel and hands-on manufacturing support

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Director R&D Mechanical Engineering DFM Injection Molding 2-shot Insert Molding SolidWorks Creo PLM Tooling JDM ODM Production Ramp Outdoor Electronics GD&T FMEA Tolerance Analysis High-Volume Manufacturing

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