Engineering Manager

About the Company

Metric is partnered with a global leader in life-safety communication equipment, employing around 400 people worldwide. The company has doubled in size over the past five years, with the majority of its revenue driven by the U.S. market. As part of its ongoing growth strategy, the company recently acquired a New Jersey based firm to strengthen its emergency communication product line.

About the Role

We’re looking for an Engineering Manager to lead project execution, guide product development, and help scale technical operations. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines systems engineering, project management, and RF circuit design.

The ideal candidate will be deeply technical, adaptable, and excited to work in a fast-paced, unstructured environment with high impact potential.

Responsibilities

Manage engineering projects from concept to completion, including milestones, timelines, and roadmaps

Lead design and development efforts in both hardware and firmware, with a focus on RF systems

Oversee a blended team of in-house engineers and external subcontractors

Drive systems integration of new technologies and features, including connectivity to future fiber networks

Collaborate closely with the original technical founder to capture institutional knowledge and support a smooth transition

Establish scalable engineering processes and contribute to long-term organizational growth

Qualifications

Strong background in RF circuit design (hands-on or deep technical understanding)

Experience in systems engineering and technical project management

Proven leadership skills in high-growth or startup-style environments

Comfortable in a small, dynamic team setting with limited structure

Willingness to be onsite and hands-on, especially during the first year