Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job description

We're seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead and scale manufacturing operations for our next-generation robotics platform. You will play a critical role in bridging engineering and manufacturing owning everything from early-stage prototyping to full-scale production. This role will be foundational in scaling our production to meet customer demand Responsibilities: - Lead manufacturing engineering across the product lifecycle: concept, prototyping, pilot, production ramp, and end-of-life - Serve as the primary voice of manufacturing in design reviews, change management, and product development discussions - Develop and execute scalable strategies for in-house vs. external partner manufacturing - Own process development, tooling design/selection, and equipment readiness for new products. - Define and implement test fixtures, jigs, and quality processes for robotics subassemblies and systems. - Create and maintain manufacturing documentation: work instructions, SOPs, process maps, and visual aids. - Lead pilot builds and pre-production efforts, ensuring processes are locked prior to volume launch - Drive root cause analysis (RCCA), yield improvements, and corrective actions a...