Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Lead the development and operation of manufacturing systems, machine shop, and hardware production workflows to enable rapid hardware innovation.
Role type
Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Hardware Production)
Builds
Precision components, prototypes, fixtures, and production hardware for hardware design tools.
Domain
Hardware manufacturing, precision machining, and production operations.
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC machining (mills, lathes), CAM software programming, GD&T interpretation, process optimization, root-cause analysis, team building, metrology inspection.
Preferred skills
NPI support, shop layout design, vendor coordination, mentorship.
Technologies
CNC mills, CNC lathes, CAM software, CMM tools, calipers, micrometers.
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day manufacturing and machine shop operations; develop and optimize manufacturing processes; program and operate CNC equipment; partner with engineering on manufacturability; drive continuous improvement initiatives; support new product introduction (NPI); inspect and validate finished components; troubleshoot machining issues; help design future manufacturing facilities; manage tooling and materials; coordinate with external vendors; support hiring and training of machinists.
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with operational leadership