CareerPlan

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Actuators

San Carlos, CAFull-time$140k–$190k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-05

Core

Own actuator manufacturing processes from prototype through production release for humanoid robot actuators, ensuring reliability, yield, and cost efficiency.

Role type

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Actuators)

Builds

Actuator production systems, assembly lines, and validation equipment for humanoid robots

Domain

Robotics manufacturing / Electromechanical systems

Required skills

Process development, DFM/DFA, GD&T, DOE, SPC, MSA/GR&R, Root cause analysis, Equipment qualification, Line balancing

Preferred skills

Vacuum potting, Motor manufacturing (winding, lamination, magnet installation), Automated equipment/PLC, Machine vision, High-volume automation

Technologies

CAD, GD&T, DOE, SPC, MSA/GR&R, PLC, Machine vision

Responsibilities

Own actuator manufacturing processes from prototype builds through production release; Partner with design engineering for DFM/DFA feedback; Build and qualify equipment, fixtures, and automated workstations; Deliver end-of-line functional test and traceability; Drive down cost, cycle time, and scrap through automation and root-cause corrective action

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC