Technical Project Leader, Hardware, Shanghai
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At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfaction by delivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver more enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come, join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!
About the role:
We are looking for a Technical Project Leader, Hardware to serve as Electronic Development Leader for floor care, air care and small domestic appliance products, with emphasis on battery-powered products. You will lead hardware, software, motor, battery and supplier delivery while remaining hands-on in design and debugging.
You will own robust, compliant electronic solutions from concept through post-launch support, prioritizing technical delivery while balancing quality, cost and schedule.
What you’ll do:
In detail, you will:
- Lead hardware, software, motor, battery and suppliers toward verified electronic delivery.
- Own architecture, requirements, interfaces and technical decisions throughout the lifecycle.
- Select components, create OrCAD schematics and guide critical mixed-signal multilayer PCB layout.
- Design and debug AC/DC, DC/DC, battery, ARM MCU, analog and sensor circuits.
- Define DVT and reliability tests, analyze data and close failures.
- Prevent and resolve EMC/EMI issues through sound circuit and PCB design.
- Embed electrical safety, insulation and regulatory requirements from the outset.
- Lead hardware DFMEA and convert risks into design controls and verification.
- Drive supplier reviews, NPI, factory resolution, post-launch improvement and value engineering.
- Collaborate daily with global teams, with occasional project travel.
Who you are / Your qualifications:
- A hands-on technical leader - You set direction and engage in reviews, measurements and debugging.
- Collaborative and influential - You align cross-functional teams and suppliers.
- Curious and analytical - You identify root causes and turn evidence into robust improvements.
- Accountable and result driven - You balance technical delivery, quality, cost, schedule and supply risk.
- Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems or similar.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience and fluent written and spoken English.
Core Competencies:
- Embedded hardware architecture for battery-powered and AC-powered appliances.
- Strong AC/DC and DC/DC design; battery system experience is important.
- Analog, sensor front-end, protection and measurement circuit design.
- ARM MCU system design and board-level debugging.
- Advanced OrCAD schematic and mixed-signal multilayer PCB layout skills.
- EMC/EMI prevention and correction; appliance safety, insulation and IEC/UL knowledge.
- Component selection balancing performance, quality, cost, lifecycle and supply.
- DVT, reliability, laboratory measurement and failure analysis.
- Multidisciplinary leadership from concept through NPI and production.
- Hardware DFMEA, value engineering, traceability and risk management.
- Classified as Internal
- Motor-drive and LTspice experience are advantageous; communication skills are essential.
Where you’ll be:
You will be based at the Shanghai
As part of Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.
Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year. In 2025 Electrolux Group had sales of SEK 131 billion and employed 39,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a similar discipline
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Embedded hardware architecture experience for battery-powered and AC-powered appliances
- Strong AC/DC and DC/DC design experience, including battery systems
- Analog, sensor front-end, protection, and measurement circuit design experience
- ARM MCU system design and board-level debugging experience
- Advanced OrCAD schematic and mixed-signal multilayer PCB layout skills
- EMC/EMI prevention and correction experience
- Knowledge of appliance safety, insulation, and IEC/UL requirements
- Experience with DVT, reliability testing, laboratory measurements, and failure analysis
- Hardware DFMEA, risk management, traceability, and value engineering experience
- Multidisciplinary technical leadership through concept, NPI, and production
- Motor-drive experience
- LTspice experience
Electrolux Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as solid, with some references to first‑day eligibility and mainstream carriers. Health benefits are consistently positioned as a reliable component of the total package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is emphasized as a plus, with the match often characterized as generous. Retirement offerings are frequently cited as a meaningful part of overall compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation/PTO and paid holidays are highlighted, with mentions of floating holidays or personal days in some locations. Time‑off provisions contribute positively to overall benefits perceptions.
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What We Do
Electrolux is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell approximately 60 million household products in approximately 120 markets every year. In 2020 Electrolux had sales of SEK 116 billion and employed 48,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.
