Product Engineer / Manager

Job Description

About Company: Immobileyes

Immobileyes is a start-up company dedicated to developing innovative laser-based security devices. Their core technology utilizes multiple low-power lasers to cause temporary visual disruption, offering a new non-lethal tool for deterring intruders and potentially aggressive individuals.

Their product line will include a handheld unit (planned for 2022 launch), with future developments for drone and wall-mounted versions. Immobileyes targets multiple markets, including home/commercial security, law enforcement, and the military.

The company is based in Kent and is currently housed within AlphaMicron, a technology R&D company with a 22-year track record of innovation, particularly for the US Air Force, and known for developing the world’s first electronically switchable eyewear.

Immobileyes’ ground-breaking laser technology has been described by DoD technology scouts as “unique” and something the military, law enforcement, and Homeland Security can use “Right Now.” The company aims to up-end the traditional security model of detection and response by introducing INTERVENTION before Police arrive, providing a safer non-lethal option compared to current alternatives.

Job Description: Product Engineer / Manager

Immobileyes is seeking a technical/engineering-minded leader to spearhead the product development. The ideal candidate is an electrical, mechanical, or similar engineer with experience in product/industrial design. This role is heavily development-focused, requiring the individual to design and build the product, take the lead in finding suppliers, and eventually lead a small team of engineers to execute different product versions (e.g., wall-mounted, handheld, drone-mounted). While parts of the prototype are complete, the Product Engineer/Manager, as the primary technical leader, will have significant leeway to guide the technical direction of the product based on customer feedback.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Product design & planning: Managing, planning, and coordinating the development of new products, enhancements to existing ones, and technical solutions based on customer feedback.
• Requirements Definition: Gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, and defining the overall product vision.
• Customer Engagement: Communicating directly with US armed forces and law enforcement personnel to understand needs.
• Scientific Collaboration: Meeting and working closely with the scientific (laser) team; planning and coordinating tests to ensure the system’s safety and effectiveness.
• Engineering Collaboration & Roadmapping: Working closely with the engineering team to deliver winning products; determining roadmaps and deadlines for new products and enhancements while considering priority, customer needs, financial limitations, staffing, and resource availability.
• Commercial Strategy: Developing sales forecasts and implementing pricing schedules aimed at revenue and margin growth while maintaining market competitiveness.

Candidate Requirements:

• Education: A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree is required, with an Engineering or Science Degree strongly preferred.
• Experience: 4+ years of experience in a similar or comparable role.
• Specific Experience: Experience developing engineered/scientific products is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience/exposure to optics or lasers, or possess hands-on electronic engineering experience.
• Skills: Strong written, oral, and presentation skills are essential.

Cultural Fit Requirements:

To align with the company’s culture, candidates must demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic combined with a willingness to tackle unprecedented challenges through inventiveness, creativity, and strong technical knowledge.
• An understanding of the distinction between productive failure and excuses.
• A sense of urgency in delivering results.
• The ability to thrive in the dynamic environment of a startup.
• A palpable desire to deliver a high-quality product and provide significant value to the customer.
• Comfort in a team-oriented atmosphere where individual performance and compensation are linked to overall company and team performance.
• A consistent desire to improve, reach further, think deeply, and learn from colleagues.
• Passion for the work.
• Willingness to embrace and uphold a culture of respect, communication, and accountability.

In Return, You Can Expect:

• Full-time salary with full benefits, and/or
• Equity in the company (based on prior experience).

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should send an email including their resume, LinkedIn profile, and any additional helpful materials/links to [email protected].

Immobileyes is an equal opportunity employer, with veterans or reservists specifically encouraged to apply. They comply with all applicable laws governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria.