Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Motors

What you will be doing

• We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and expansion of our internal motor manufacturing operations.
• This role will lead our motor manufacturing from initial equipment bring-up through serial production.
• The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with hands-on execution to optimize processes and ensure scalable, high-quality output.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, layouts, and workflows for brushless DC (BLDC) motor assembly
• Production Tooling & Automation: Specify, procure, and maintain specialized production equipment (e.g., stator winding machines, magnet insertion fixtures, dynamic balancers, and automated soldering stations)
• Quality & Yield Improvement: Analyze production defects, determine root causes of motor failures (such as shorts, bearing noise, or unbalance), and implement corrective actions to maximize yield
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Create and maintain detailed work instructions, tooling documentation, and quality control checklists for assembly technicians
• DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Collaborate closely with the R&D/Design team to ensure next-generation motor designs are optimized for scalable, cost-effective, and repeatable mass production
• Vendor & Supply Coordination: Work with suppliers to ensure the quality and consistency of incoming raw materials (e.g., Japanese NSK/NMB bearings, Neodymium magnets, high-purity copper wiring, and aluminum bells)

You should have the following

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3 years minimum of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally directly involving electric motors, rotating machinery, or high-precision electromechanical assembly
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of brushless motor architecture (stators, rotors, magnetic circuits, KV ratings)
• Hands-on experience with precision winding techniques and balancing equipment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Inventor) for designing jigs, fixtures, and line layouts
• Methodologies: Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively with both line operators and executive leadership

Nice to Have

• Experience managing equipment vendors, particularly Mandarin-speaking suppliers
• An established network of industry contacts for automation equipment, tooling, and metal component sourcing
• Ability to work independently with a high level of ownership while maintaining clear and effective communication with cross-functional teams

US Salary Range

$149,500 - $209,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.