Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Lead the design, industrialization, validation, and continuous improvement of large-form mechanical manufacturing processes, specifically for fastening systems, assembly fixtures, and production tooling.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer
Builds
Production tooling, fixtures, jigs, and scalable mechanical assembly processes
Domain
Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering
Required skills
DFM/DFA, PFMEA, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, fastening strategies, fixture design, mechanical automation, root cause analysis (8D/DMAIC), CAD (SolidWorks/Creo), lean manufacturing
Preferred skills
Large-form mechanical assembly, automation implementation, engineering resource leadership, production tooling validation, Lean Six Sigma certification
Technologies
SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, smart torque tools, actuators, sensors
Responsibilities
Lead DFM/DFA reviews and PFMEA documentation; Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (SOPs, BOMs, work instructions); Design and manage lifecycle of fixtures, jigs, and special tooling; Optimize mechanical build sequences and automation solutions; Provide hands-on troubleshooting for assembly issues; Mentor manufacturing engineers and technicians.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
