Manufacturing Development Engineer (All levels)

Purpose

The goal of this manufacturing engineering role is to productionize and scale our internally developed advanced manufacturing capital equipment including laser powder bed fusion machines, automated assembly equipment, and other assets. The role owns the translation of complex machine technology from proof of concept to repeatable, reliable, and scalable manufacturing execution.

The Role

• Serve as the primary manufacturing development engineering owner for one or more critical factory modules, subsystems, and/ processes
• Develop deep technical understanding of assigned systems, including architecture, operating modes, controls, interfaces, failure modes, and interactions
• Own the manufacturing readiness of complex machine systems from development through build, commissioning, validation, qualification, and production handoff
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of clear, accurate, executable work instructions, standard operating procedures, test procedures, and process documentation
• Lead complex troubleshooting, RCCA, and corrective action implementation to improve machine reliability, uptime, quality, and repeatability
• Partner with design engineering, automation, software, operations, quality, supply chain, and R&D to improve manufacturability and execution
• Drive DFM, DFA, tolerance, process capability, tooling, fixture, and cycle time improvements
• Support design changes through PLM, configuration management, change control, implementation planning, and production cut-in
• Mentor engineers and technicians while raising standards for ownership, technical rigor, documentation quality, and follow-through

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 1+ years (Engineer II), 5+ years (Senior) or 7+ years (Staff) of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ownership of complex areas
• Strong experience in technical troubleshooting, RCCA, high-quality technical documentation, and/or manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with capital equipment or low-volume production
• Demonstrated ability to architect and deliver custom capital equipment or industrial automation systems
• Experience with PLM, MES, configuration management, change control
• Experience with tooling, fixtures, calibration tools, or test equipment

Work Environment

• Office, factory

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels Engineer II - Staff as evaluated through our interview process.

• Engineer II / E04: $111,300 - $153,040
• Senior Engineer / E05: $128,520 - $176,720
• Staff Engineer / E06: $148,430 - $204,090

What We Offer

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.