MANUFACTURING ENGINEEROur factory integrates precision electro-mechanical assemblies, automation systems, and production data infrastructure. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, build, and scale the physical systems that make this possible.
This is an early-career, hands-on engineering role. You will work alongside senior engineers to design and implement production cells, develop assembly workflows, and support product-to-manufacturing integration. While prior factory experience is not required, strong first-principles engineering skills and comfort designing and debugging real hardware systems are essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Support the design and implementation of automated production cells, fixtures, and tooling for precision optical and electro-mechanical assembly
- Create and modify CAD models for tooling, fixtures, mechanical interfaces, and production equipment
- Assist with product-to-manufacturing handoff during new product introduction (NPI), including process development, build planning, and first-article execution
- Develop, document, and maintain assembly processes, work instructions, and validation procedures to support repeatable high-volume production
- Build, test, and debug production equipment and prototype hardware on the factory floor
- Analyze yield, process, and metrology data to support root-cause investigations and drive continuous improvement
- Partner with mechanical, electrical, optical, and automation engineering teams to identify manufacturability improvements and feed lessons learned back into product design
- Support the development and qualification of production test and inspection methods, including in-line metrology and end-of-line validation
QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong first-principles foundation in mechanics of materials, heat transfer, or controls
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent)
- Hands-on hardware experience through academic projects, research labs, internships, or co-ops, including building, debugging, or testing mechanical or electro-mechanical systems
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Comfort working with tools, lab equipment, and prototype hardware in a factory or lab environment
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:- Internship, co-op, or early-career experience in hardware, robotics, automation, or manufacturing environments
- Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or jigs for assembly or test applications
- Exposure to scripting or data analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) for process data analysis or automation
- Experience working with precision assemblies, robotic systems, or automated pick-and-place equipment
- Familiarity with manufacturing process development methodologies (e.g., PFMEA, process capability studies, SPC)
- Exposure to GD&T and tolerance analysis as applied to fixture and tooling design
- Experience with or interest in production data systems, MES, or manufacturing traceability infrastructure
- Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled-environment manufacturing practices
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay range:
Manufacturing Engineer: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
Title and base salary are determined on a case by case basis commensurate with experience and merit.
In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes:
- Eligibility for long-term incentives including company stock options and discretionary bonuses awarded for exceptional achievements.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with significant cost covered by the company for yourself and dependents.
- Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year).
- 401(k) retirement plan access.
- Relocation assistance to sunny Los Angeles.
