Position Overview:Thea Energy is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer III to join our rapidly growing team. In this role, you will lead the development, validation, and scale-up of advanced manufacturing processes, complex tooling, and specialized equipment required to build and test high-temperature superconducting ("HTS") magnets. As a senior technical contributor, you will play a key role in establishing the frameworks for manufacturing development as we develop and prototype our stellarator systems.
Key Responsibility Areas:- Lead the development and standardization of manufacturing documentation for HTS magnets, including complex assembly procedures, work instructions, and rigorous quality inspection criteria.
- Own the end-to-end design, procurement, build, and commissioning of custom magnet manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and automated assembly equipment.
- Serve as the primary manufacturing liaison to the Magnet Engineering team, driving design for manufacturability, process FMEAs, and iterative design improvements from prototype to production.
- Architect and manage manufacturing BOMs, routings, and inventory workflows within PLM and MRP systems to ensure seamless execution.
- Author technical specifications, evaluate supplier capabilities, and partner with key vendors to procure high-precision hardware and capital equipment.
- Define technician roles, establish training programs, and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
- Track, report, and take ownership of manufacturing milestones, schedule adherence, and budget constraints across primary magnet initiatives.
Ideal Experience & Skillsets:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 7+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience.
- Extensive experience building complex electro-mechanical assemblies and introducing first-of-a-kind hardware processes into full-scale production.
- Proven background in advanced joining and metal fusion processes, including high-precision soldering, brazing, electron beam, or TIG welding.
- Demonstrated success scaling low-volume development projects into continuous production environments utilizing PLM, MRP, and ERP software platforms.
- Deep expertise in drafting and interpreting engineering drawings with comprehensive Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
- Experience in magnetic confinement fusion, aerospace, medical devices, defense, or high-reliability advanced manufacturing sectors.
- Strong analytical capabilities, proactive leadership, and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.
$115,000 - $140,000 a year
It's not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.
