Mechanical Engineering Manager

Description

Fluidra is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Manager to join our team in Carlsbad, CA. WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTEWe’re looking for a mechanical engineering leader with deep technical expertise in motor technologies and drive systems. The Hydraulics Engineering Manager leads the . team responsible for pumps, filters, and valves, with an emphasis on variable-speed integration and motor-driven systems. This person should be highly fluent in motor design and performance, able to guide decisions on motor architecture, control strategies, and system-level behavior while leading a team focused on developing reliable, efficient hydraulic products. Additionally, you will:

• Lead and develop a team of mechanical and hydraulics engineers focused on pump, filter, and valve products.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for motor technologies used in hydraulic applications.
• Apply detailed knowledge of AC induction, BLDC, axial flux, and emerging motor types to evaluate and influence product designs.
• Collaborate with controls and electronics teams to define drive requirements, interface specifications, and performance targets.
• Review and interpret motor and system-level test data, including torque, efficiency, speed, and acoustic behavior.
• Translate product and performance goals into clear engineering requirements for both mechanical and motor systems.
• Guide supplier discussions and design reviews related to motor construction, materials, and drive integration.
• Oversee engineering deliverables, project priorities, and budgets, ensuring products meet design intent and reliability goals.
• Build and maintain a technically strong team that understands both fluid mechanics and electromechanical systems.
• Promote collaboration between global engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing groups to achieve common design and cost objectives.

WHAT WE SEEK

• 10+ years of engineering experience with 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Expert-level understanding of motor technologies, including AC induction, BLDC, axial flux, and related control systems.
• Familiarity with motor performance fundamentals such as torque curves, losses, magnetic design, and efficiency tradeoffs.
• Strong understanding of variable-speed drives and how control algorithms interact with motor and mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience in pump or fluid-handling product development.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, FEA, and CFD.
• Proven record of leading cross-functional engineering projects from concept through production.
• Clear communicator, comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and firmware disciplines.
• Travel 10–20% for supplier and team collaboration.

PREFERRED:

• Background in electromechanical system integration and supplier collaboration for motors or drives.
• Familiarity with motor standards, safety, and efficiency regulations.
• Experience managing engineers working on variable-speed or electronically controlled products.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office and lab setting with occasional time spent in test or production areas.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds as needed.
• Travel 10–20% for supplier and team collaboration.

EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.WHAT WE OFFER An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Flexible Vacation
• 9/80 work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!) with subsequent Fridays WFH
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts