THE COMPANY
At PAX, we’re on a mission to enhance people’s lives through exceptional consumer experiences—honoring the plant through pioneering innovation, science-backed quality, and award-winning design. For nearly two decades, PAX has delivered high performance products crafted for precision, purity, and consistency that are trusted by millions worldwide. Our culture is built on putting people at the center of everything we do, making an impact together, and having fun along the way. We believe exceptional products, a thriving employee experience, and strong operational rhythms go hand-in-hand. PAX has been recognized for its brand, culture and products by The New York Times’ Wirecutter, TIME, Fast Company, GQ, Gear Patrol, mg Magazine, High Times, and many more. PAX is certified Plastic Negative across all product lines by rePurpose Global, ensuring that twice as much plastic is removed from nature as is used in its products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the VP of Engineering, PAX is looking for a Director of Hardware to lead the group of hardware and mechanical engineers responsible for the design, development, and support of PAX hardware products.This role serves as a cross-functional leader and “glue” between multiple company touch-points in collaboration including electrical, mechanical, embedded, product integrity, sourcing, and product management teams. Hardware and mechanical engineers at PAX are responsible for system architecture and detailed design of all of our products, working closely with the rest of the organization and our manufacturing partners to achieve the Industrial Design and Product vision for the device. Our products are hailed for their beautiful design language, high quality and reliability, and attention to details. Our goal is to be the industry leader with product and technology innovations. This role is critical to managing and building our hardware and mechanical engineering team, the processes and best practices for cross-functional design execution, and up-leveling our skill-set and quality.
As the PAX Director of Hardware, you will:
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN YOU
Ideally, you:
EDUCATION
PAX LABS PERKS & BENEFITS:
COMPENSATION
In addition to the benefits above, the salary for this role is $210,000 – $265,000 + equity. This represents what we believe, in good faith, this role will pay. The final pay will depend on many factors, including years and depth of experience, level, and location of the employee.
PAX VALUES