Overview

Join us at Smartbox as an Engineering Manager! Are you a passionate Engineering Manager looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.

Essential Qualifications/Skills/Experience: a passion for improving lives through assistive technology; Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline; 3+ years’ experience leading teams to deliver innovative products in a highly regulated industry; strong interpersonal and communication skills; hands-on, people-first approach; deep understanding of electronic embedded systems; knowledge of engineering best practices; ability to balance speed and quality; working knowledge of UK MDR, EU MDR, FDA 21 CFR Part 820; knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601-series.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day engineering task planning and execution across firmware, electronics, mechanical, and QA/test.
• Work cross-functionally with Product Managers and Designers to align technical planning with product goals, ensuring engineering output meets quality, cost, and time expectations.
• Support Engineers in making architectural decisions that are robust, scalable, and maintainable.
• Support platform decisions balancing innovation, reliability, cost, and compliance.
• Make resourcing and delivery risks visible early at a leadership level.
• Provide oversight and guidance on component technology roadmap, aligning technical direction with product strategy.

Process, Quality & Compliance

• Develop and uphold product realization processes to comply with ISO 13485, including documentation, review, IOVV, and transfer.
• Take ownership for the engineering team’s compliance with ISO 14971, IEC 60601-1 and related standards to ensure safety and performance.
• Ensure CAPA is executed with speed, precision, and clear communication that promotes trust and collaboration.

QA/Test Oversight

• Oversee hardware testing, including test planning, traceability, verification, and formal reporting.
• Manage the shared engineering lab space to be safe, well-equipped, and well-used.

Develop World-class Engineers

• Provide regular 1:1s, feedback, coaching, and career development support.
• Help Engineers set meaningful goals and hold them accountable.
• Support onboarding and mentoring of new team members.

About Smartbox

At Smartbox, we’re at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Our innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Our values — passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change — guide everything we do.

Inclusive Culture & Diversity & Inclusion Commitments

We believe in giving everyone a voice and value collaboration. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career. We’re recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, and our diverse team reflects the users and customers we serve.

Rewards And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and private medical insurance, with a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. For full details, refer to our Careers site.

Ready to Make a Difference

Join Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Click the link to be redirected to our Careers site to apply.