Director, Modeling and Simulation (EMI/EMC)

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We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon and we are hiring for a Director, Modeling and Simulation (EMI/EMC) to join our Modeling and Simulation Team in Lake Forest, CA.  You will be responsible for championing Modeling and Simulation (M&S) driven research and development, specifically in the area of Electronics design and Electromagnetic Compatibility within the organization to achieve pipeline objectives for R&D Surgical Instrumentation technology platform.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Provide functional leadership of EMC/EMI and SI/PI modeling and simulation activities in support of all projects from Ideation, Exploratory and Confirmatory Development through sustaining.

• Manage and lead Electronics M&S team activities and associates. Responsible for coaching and developing associates while ensuring best practices and procedures are aligned with state of the art best known methods in the industry.

• Responsible for successful and innovative problem solving in resolution of the most challenging issues with a customer driven focus; champion Alcon values and behaviors within the M&S team and serve as a service provider role model.

• Establishes strategy and direction for EMC/EMI modeling and simulation team in alignment with R&D’s strategic plans. Collaborate with and influence project leaders in simulation driven product development with accountability for outcome.

• Familiarity with all aspects of SI/PI review process including stackups, PCB materials, part placement, layout routing, PCB fabrication and testing

• Work closely with key stakeholders including design team, layout team, PCB vendor, contract manufacturer to ensure all SI/PI simulation rules are incorporated in designs. Ensure goal of having PCB working right the first time.

• Lead the growth of SI/PI lab by ensuring best measurement practices are used. Assist in procuring of test equipment to enable validation, correlation and troubleshooting of designs.

• Familiarity with system level EMI testing. Assist with troubleshooting EMC/EMI issues via simulation and measurements.

• Develop test boards to better understand performance of high-speed interfaces used on boards. Serve as SME for the organization. Provide training seminars to educate design teams on simulation and measurement best practices.

• Familiarity with high-speed interfaces such as USB gen 3, CXP, MIPI, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth etc. is a must.

• Lead the testing and simulation of antennas to ensure optimal performance is achieved within the given constraints. Work with Mechanical teams on optimal placement and orientation of antennas.

• Develop and manage interpersonal relationships to influence decisions of project leaders, technical leads and EMC/EMI analysts along with external resources.

• Ensure efficient EMC/EMI M&S resource allocation and management to support all R&D approved projects. Identify need to recruit talent and work within the organizational leadership to define role and provide justification. Leverage outsourcing and offshoring as appropriate to meet high demand cycles.

Experience

• Electrical engineer (M.S.+15 yrs)

• 6 Years of demonstrated management experience leading teams with direct reports

• Demonstrated at least 10 years of expertise in EMC/EMI Simulation methods and applications to products

• ​Expert user of EMC/EMI simulation tools including Ansys HFSS, SIWAVE, Altair FEKO or similar tools

What You'll Bring to Alcon:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

• 10 Years of Relevant Experience

• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

How You Can Thrive at Alcon:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

• Travel Requirements: 5-10%

• Relocation assistance: Yes

• Sponsorship available: Yes  

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