Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role contributes directly to operational excellence as we scale into high-volume manufacturing environments — optimizing processes, improving equipment performance, and supporting the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate is a builder who applies continuous improvement methodologies and can own a well-defined project from concept through implementation into production. As a contributor to our manufacturing operations, you will work with cross-functional teams to help integrate new equipment and processes into the production line while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

What You'll Do

• Own the performance, reliability, and day-to-day sustaining of assigned manufacturing equipment and stations (manual through semi-automated).


• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.


• Support manufacturing process development from EVT through DVT and into production ramp on assigned stations/nodes.


• Translate engineering BOMs (eBOM) into manufacturing BOMs (mBOM) for assigned assemblies.


• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and quality risks on equipment using data-driven methods; drive improvements in throughput, yield, and cost at the station level.


• Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA), time studies, and risk assessments to resolve production issues and prevent recurrence.


• Generate and refine manufacturing standards, including SOPs, work instructions, and training materials, ensuring consistency and process discipline.


• Partner cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to validate system performance and establish effective, reliable acceptance testing.


• Support contract manufacturers' builds through final integration and test to consistently deliver conformant hardware to production.


• Apply DFM/DFX principles and provide feedback to design engineering on assigned equipment and assemblies.


• Support equipment deployment, including installation, validation, and commissioning, ensuring production readiness.


• Monitor process and equipment performance, using metrics and data to drive continuous improvement.


• Own project deliverables with minimum guidance, escalating appropriately when scope is ambiguous.


• Travel between Emeryville and Santa Clara sites as needed.

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with exposure to automation and equipment design.


• Experience supporting or implementing automated systems in a production environment (robotics is a plus).


• Experience in semiconductor, solar, Biotech, EV, or similar high-tech industries, with an understanding of their processes.


• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Onshape) for equipment design.


• Hands-on experience with manufacturing/production processes, from assembly drawing through to running hardware.


• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, such as machining, assembly, welding, or material handling.


• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.


• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (Arena software a plus).


• Experience with document control and release processes.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Good communication and collaboration abilities.


• Ability to manage a project with minimum guidance and prioritize tasks effectively.


• A first-principles mindset — you question assumptions and approach problems with a foundational understanding rather than relying solely on precedent.


• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Bonus Points For

• Knowledge of basic coding: RSLogix, Ignition, Python, or C/C++.