Manufacturing Engineer

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

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.