Manufacturing Design Engineer
Core
Design and build custom manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and automated test rigs for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and surface vessels.
Role type
Manufacturing Design Engineer (Mechatronics)
Builds
Production tooling, jigs, handling equipment, and end-of-line test stations for Mako AUVs and Leviathan vessels.
Domain
Defense and commercial autonomous marine systems manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CAD design (Onshape, NX, SolidWorks), mechatronics, Python programming, sensor integration, machine shop literacy, tolerance analysis, automated assembly design
Preferred skills
MES/PLM implementation, pressure vessel testing, high-power electromechanical systems, robotic cell automation, CAM/CNC, welding/fabrication
Technologies
Onshape, NX, SolidWorks, Python, MES, PLCs, CNC machines
Responsibilities
Design fixtures, jigs, and workholding for in-house machine shop operations; build automated test rigs with embedded electronics and software; define control plans and PFMEAs for manufacturing stations; design packaging and shipping solutions for finished vehicles; implement robotic cells and automated handling systems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC