Job Description
As a Manufacturing Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in establishing and scaling the processes for the production of printed parts, as well as acting as a force multiplier for engineering R&D activities. We seek someone with experience in development operations/engineering in a dynamic hardware manufacturing environment. You will need a keen and pragmatic eye for implementing lightweight and efficient processes and automation to maximize operational efficiency while enabling R&D to occur in parallel. This critical role works across every department to transform the metal 3D printing industry.
ResponsibilitiesWork cross-functionally to create and implement manufacturing operations processes for high-volume manufacturing.Ensure processes are lightweight, efficient, and enable the company to meet production goals, customer requirements, and part delivery schedules.Refine and accelerate post-print processes and delivery of customer parts.Build, integrate, and service printing systems and new factory architecture.Proactively engage engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, software, and process to improve the pace and efficiency of R&D operations.Collaborate closely with business development and executive teams to develop production strategies that impress customers with exceptional speed, quality, and delivery.Essential SkillsBachelor’s degree in an engineering field.2+ years of professional experience in manufacturing/engineering development operations.Experience working in a dynamic, hardware development environment.Skills in manufacturing development, process establishment, and scaling operations.Additional Skills & Qualifications4+ years of professional experience.Previous experience in a hands-on engineering role.Experience scaling R&D operations into high-volume production.Experience with metal additive manufacturing.Experience leading a manufacturing facility buildout or overseeing manufacturing facility operations.MRP/ERP (Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) implementation experience.Strong Excel skills.OSHA and EHS regulation experience.Work Environment
This role is situated in a fast-paced, high-volume, additive manufacturing startup. Our inclusive and diverse culture values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions. We offer the unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company scaling world-changing technology.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $200000.00/yr.
Significant stock option packages
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
Life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in El Segundo,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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