At Griffin our commitment to innovation is evident in our MP3 accessory products, our new inventions, and in the way we run our company.
We attract and train the smartest people we can find in a flexible, loyal and creative workplace. What's it like to work at Griffin? Our mission at Griffin, since 1992, has been to design cool products--that's why we hire cool people. We manage our company very openly. We're candid about where we're going; if you're wondering, just ask. If you have a great product idea, share it with the rest of us. There are no executive perks--most of the senior staff get kicked out of their offices first to make room for new employees. Things can also change very fast, so we have to be able to move quickly--that's why we share a Segway to get around the office!
Sales Coordinator
General Responsibilities: Assist the sales team in the coordination of materials required for the team to perform their duties. Working with other departments to ensure that all information being communicated to sales is up to date and consistent. Assist the sales department in maintaining and servicing accounts. Assist the sales team in the dissemination of departmental information.
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Product Development
Griffin Technology has several career opportunities on our Product Development team in Nashville, Tennessee. We’re looking for folks who enjoy the challenge of creating clever gadgets in a very fast paced environment. Positions for individuals with experience in consumer electronics product development and degrees in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, business or related fields are encouraged to email a resume to careers@griffintechnology.com
Qualified candidates should:- have experience in consumer product development or a strong engineering, business, or manufacturing background;
- be naturally interested in all products sold at Best Buy stores; and
- have a favorite between Engadget and Gizmodo or be able to prove they religiously read both.
While specific job titles don't necessarily exist, two examples are:
Product Development Engineer: development and coordination of specifications and manufacturing documentation, management of design and manufacturing schedules, direct engineers and designers, communicate with outside development teams; create documentation for manufacturing, coordinate with factories, and manufacturing ramp up. (Expect travel to sunny South China once per quarter.)
Product Line Manager: analyze market data and trends, draft product line roadmaps, manage new product introductions, coordinate sales/launch with Sales & Marketing, participate in Sales presentations to Buyers (Expect travel to meet with retail buyers many times per year.)
Analog Hardware Engineer
Responsibilities: The Analog Hardware Engineer will be responsible performing detailed analysis, simulation, design, prototyping, and troubleshooting for various analog and RF circuits used in consumer MP3 player accessories. Specific responsibilities include:
- Provide proof of concept experiments for new product ideas
- Participate in design reviews from electrical, mechanical and software disciplines
- Provide product solutions while giving consideration to form, fit, function, manufacturing, product marketing and cost
- Ensures that products meets all applicable international and domestic standards, such as EMC and safety requirements
- Participate in multidisciplinary product designs including Analog, Digital, RF, Audio, and Power supply design
Skills Required: The position requires an in-depth knowledge of analog and RF engineering concepts. A qualified candidate is highly motivated, a fast learner, and has experience in the following areas:
- RF theory as it applies to antennae design, RF filters, and matching networks
- Transmission line theory including Smith Charts and S-parameters
- Bench equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators
- The ability to communicate and collaborate with other engineers in software and mechanical disciplines is essential
- Knowledge of wireless technologies such as GSM, ISM, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi a plus
- Experience specifying and managing board layout
- Tools: PSPICE, Altium Designer 6, Electromagnetic simulation software a plus
Education and Experience: Qualified candidates should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering – MS preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years electronics design experience and strong fundamentals in RF design. Only applicants legally authorized to work in the US may apply for this position.
Technical Support Specialist
Griffin Technology is always on the lookout for knowledgeable and friendly people to provide our customers with the very best technical support. If you have PC and Mac experience and want to work with one of the very best customer support teams in the business, please submit your resume.
Sales Managers
Griffin is expanding its sales force and looking for the right people to help drive our business. Our sales team members initiate consistent customer contact, aggressively build accounts and exceed our expectations. Candidates should be self motivated, computer proficient (Mac and PC), and well versed in spreadsheet and presentation software. Experience in consumer electronics a plus. This is a great position to expand your consumer electronics career. Positions open for Nashville, PacAsia and Europe.
