Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes and assembly workflows for Spot, Stretch, and future robotics projects, transforming research prototypes into scalable production systems.
Role type
Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Robotics)
Builds
Manufacturing systems, assembly workflows, custom fixtures, tools, and jigs for mobile robots
Domain
Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Automation
Required skills
DFM/DFA strategy, CAD design (SolidWorks/CATIA), GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, process documentation, tooling validation, capacity modeling, change order management, hands-on fabrication (machining/welding)
Preferred skills
Robotics NPI experience, PLM systems, MES platforms, mass production design, quality systems (8D/RCCA)
Technologies
SolidWorks, CATIA, Arena, Enovia, Tulip, Delmia
Responsibilities
Define and drive overall Manufacturing and Assembly strategy across product lines; Design and validate custom fixtures and tools for mechanical assembly; Establish assembly sequences, SOPs, and training materials; Support prototype builds and troubleshoot assembly issues; Implement process controls for build quality; Champion continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma; Mentor junior and staff engineers
Seniority
Senior Staff, technical leader & mentor