Benefits
$130,000 - $175,000ROLE COMMITMENTSLead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers across design, development, and production support.Own the mechanical engineering roadmap for the hardware product portfolio.Drive NPI execution across multiple programs, ensuring on-time delivery and quality.Build strong partnerships with contract manufacturers in Vietnam and China.Champion DFx principles and engineering best practices across the team.Deliver high-quality consumer fitness experiences and build the value of the iFIT brand portfolio.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead and manage a team of mechanical engineers; provide coaching, performance feedback, and career development guidance.Set the technical direction for electro-mechanical system design across the fitness equipment portfolio.Own program execution: define milestones, manage schedules, and track deliverables for the US design team and Vietnam-based contract manufacturers.Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to align engineering priorities and communicate trade-offs.Oversee design reviews, risk assessments, and product validation activities through the full NPI process into production.Coordinate with internal departments including quality, procurement, and AME, and with Vietnamese contract manufacturers to bring products from concept to market.Establish team goals, KPIs, and metrics to measure engineering effectiveness from design through production.Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma or equivalent methodologies.Build and maintain relationships with Vietnam- and China-based suppliers and supply chain partners.Lead mechanical design and development programs using SolidWorks, ensuring design intent is executed accurately through manufacturing.Manage complex electro-mechanical product programs from design through high-volume manufacturing and production support.Direct structural integrity analyses including FEA, and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.Own product cost estimation and BOM management throughout development and into the supply chain.Drive DFx (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Serviceability) compliance across all programs.Oversee comprehensive test plans to validate hardware performance, functionality, and durability.Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting of hardware defects; implement preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.Guide teams in designing parts for plastic injection moulding, steel fabrication, machining, forging, and casting.Maintain working knowledge of tolerances and clearances for bushings, bearings, and complex mechanical systems.Review and approve BOMs, ECOs, engineering drawings, tolerances, and assembly instructions.Mentor engineers in design for manufacturability, system architecture, and project management.Communicate technical and program status effectively to team members, cross-functional partners, and senior leadership.Manage multiple concurrent development programs while maintaining schedules and quality standards.Travel internationally to Asia on an occasional basis (10-20%) to support supplier relationships and production activities.Stay current with advancements in hardware testing, manufacturing methodologies, and industry best practices.Proficiency with Google Workspace, Excel, Arena, Slack, and Atlassian (Jira/Confluence).EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEEducation and Basic QualificationsB.S. in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering from a 4-year accredited college/university; M.S. preferred.10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with 3+ years in a people management or senior technical lead role.Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD platform with 10+ years of experience.Demonstrated success leading engineering teHealth insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
iFIT's vision is to create the world's most holistic health and fitness platform, integrating all elements of health - physical fitness, mental health, nutrition and active recovery - into a seamless interactive experience. We develop proprietary software that learns and adjusts to the habits of each person as it delivers immersive content that guides them on their own individual fitness journey.
We are currently seeking an ambitious pace-setter to join our team as a Mechanical Engineering Manager onsite/hybrid in Logan, Utah.
iFIT is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our R&D Hardware Engineering team in the design and development of market-leading fitness products. The ideal candidate brings deep mechanical engineering expertise, a track record of shipping high-volume consumer products, and the leadership ability to grow and inspire a cross-functional engineering team. You will set technical direction, drive execution across multiple concurrent programs, and serve as a key stakeholder in delivering innovative, manufacturable products from concept through production.
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Ifit · Logan, UT