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  • Manager, Interconnect Manufacturing

    Nvidia 4.9company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in Santa Clara, CA

    NVIDIA is a global leader in AI, computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing. Our Interconnect Manufacturing team drives excellence in New Product Introduction (NPI) for interconnect components and system assemblies. We are seeking a Manager, Interconnect Manufacturing to ensure seamless integration between interconnect design and manufacturing. In this role, you will fuel NVIDIA's innovation by championing DFM/DFA and spearheading Manufacturing-for-Design (MFD) initiatives, partnering closely with NVIDIA hardware engineering, interconnect suppliers, and Contract Electronics Manufacturers (CEM) to deliver robust, scalable interconnect solutions from concept through mass production. We're looking for a self-starter who communicates crisply, leads by example, and thrives on hands-on problem solving in a fast-moving environment. What you'll be doing: Implement NVIDIA's interconnect manufacturing strategy, align it to the broader vision, and translate it into actionable plans for your team. Lead and develop a distributed team of experienced engineers, mentor early-career talent, drive programs from concept/exploration through implementation, provide technical mentorship and career development. Provide manufacturability feasibility analysis, present options and ensure the products meet the optimal balance of performance, quality, scalability, re-use, reliability, cost and time-to-market, make and clearly articulate tough trade-offs. Collaborate with multi-functional teams on automation initiatives, cost optimization, and manufacturing efficiency improvement. Manage supplier development, qualification, and audit for interconnect fabrication, assembly, and sub-tier connector suppliers. Continuously improve workflows, standards, and development methodologies, formalize guidelines and encourage adoption. What we need to see: B.S. degree, or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or material science 8+ overall years of equivalent experience and 2+ years of experience in leading or managing interconnect manufacturing activities, proven leadership track record. Highly motivated, creative, proactive, and adaptable with excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills, ability to think outside of box, positive interpersonal skills, ability to lead multi-functional efforts. Deep understanding of interconnect design, mechanical system architecture and manufacturing process flow, good manufacturing practice and how to build successful products in large-scale environments. Global awareness of the relevant high-speed signal design constraints, the industry partners and competitors, expertise in commonly used manufacturing technologies. Team oriented with a "can do" attitude, highly enthusiastic in solving multi-disciplinary challenges. Understanding of press-fit connector technologies, thermal-mechanical stack-up and flatness control (warpage, coplanarity). basic electrical test and signal integrity (SI) knowledge Proactive attitude towards automation, process control, and cost/yield improvement. proficiency in NPI and supplier qualification Ways to stand out from the crowd: Strong communication skills in working with diverse and versatile teams Experience in functional tolerancing, GD&T, SPC, system assembly/testing, and a solid grasp of NPI processes. Relevant design and manufacturing experience in midplane is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity. Strong sense what ‘perfection' looks like for each objective, with sound judgment to balance business realities, schedule, market conditions, and return on investment. With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the most desirable employers in the world. We have some of the most talented people in the world working for us. If you are creative, autonomous and love a challenge, we want to hear from you. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 3, and 232,000 USD - 368,000 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
    $149k-210k yearly est. Auto-Apply 2d ago
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  • Global Operations Leader - Optics & Precision Manufacturing

    Mloptic Corp

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Jose, CA

    A global manufacturer of precision optics is seeking a Director of Operations based in the U.S. This role will focus on optimizing operational efficiencies and managing facilities, with responsibilities including project management and process refinement. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of operations experience in optics or precision instruments and possess excellent communication skills. This position requires 50% travel to global facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $91k-135k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Optical Engineer

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in Menlo Park, CA

    Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click “Apply to Job” online on this web page. Optical Engineer Responsibilities: Collaborate with Meta engineers on the next generation optical communication technology with a particular focus on the testing of optical modules and subsystems for Data Center applications. Work in a collaborative environment across Meta teams including SW, Thermal, Mechanical, and EE. Develop test and simulation methodologies relevant for next-generation, high-speed optical technologies. Develop automation practices and solutions for lab testing. Lead new optical communication NPI programs, working closely with optics vendors and ODMs. Interface with the industry and contribute to the RFI/RFP process for optical solutions. Communicate complex optical hardware requirements to non-experts both internally and to industry-facing stakeholders. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a computer-related occupation Requires 3 years of experience in the following: Imaging optics for both photographic and computer vision applications Both sequential and non-sequential optical design software (e.g. Zemax, Code V, LightTools, FRED and/or ASAP) Image quality evaluation, imaging sensor operation and characterization, stray light modeling and analysis, camera module or lens testing and characterization, imaging and illumination optics design and manufacturing Theoretical analysis using MATLAB, Python or similar programs Statistical analysis using MATLAB Public Compensation: $181,390/year to $189,200/year + bonus + equity + benefits Industry: Internet Equal Opportunity: Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $181.4k-189.2k yearly 4d ago
  • Head of Manufacturing

    Arinna 3.6company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    Arinna is building the energy core of Space 3.0 and frontier tech. We're pioneering ultra-light, power-dense solar platforms based on next-generation 2D semiconductors, enabling a step-change in how and where solar power can be deployed - from satellites and high-altitude aircraft to lunar and Martian infrastructure. Spun out of Stanford University, Arinna combines breakthroughs in materials science, device physics, and scalable manufacturing to deliver the most power-efficient and lightweight solar technology ever built. With over $370M in LOIs/off-take agreements and a clear roadmap from pilot (2026) to gigawatt-scale production by 2030, we're on a mission to power the next generation of space and terrestrial systems. We're backed by leading deep-tech investors and advised by industry pioneers. Our headquarters and pilot facility are in South San Francisco, CA, where we're scaling our team across R&D, manufacturing, and systems integration. About the role The Head of Manufacturing will be one of Arinna's first technical leaders and a key contributor to the design and scale‑up of our coating processes. You will transform lab‑scale ink formulations into uniform, functional thin films that form the foundation of Arinna's photovoltaic architecture. Your work will center on developing and optimizing slot‑die, blade, and related coating methods for solution‑processed semiconductors and charge‑transport layers. You'll collaborate closely with materials and device teams to link film quality to photovoltaic performance and guide the transition from R&D to pilot‑line production. What You'll Do Develop, refine, and scale solution-based coating protocols (slot-die, blade, micro-gravure, etc.) for multilayer PV films. Translate ink formulations into high-quality coatings with controlled wetting, drying, thickness, uniformity, and continuity. Characterize thin films for their optical (UV/Vis, ellipsometry, etc.), electrical (4-point probe, Hall effect measurement, kelvin probe, IV, etc.) and physical (AFM, SEM, profilometry, etc.) properties to guide process optimization. Study the influence of ink chemistry and rheology, substrate surface energy and ink wetting, drying kinetics, and post‑deposition processing on film continuity and performance. Collaborate with device and materials teams to link material inputs and deposition parameters to photovoltaic metrics (Jsc, Voc, FF, stability, etc.). Help design and scale experimental setups - including deposition/drying systems (IR/convection drying, air-knife systems, and web handling, etc.) as well as film characterization systems. Document process parameters, yield data, and continuous-improvement learnings in a reproducible framework. Contribute to safety, workflow, and process documentation as Arinna scales toward pilot‑line production. Qualifications M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field. 5+ years of hands‑on experience with solution‑processed thin‑film deposition (slot-die, blade, spin, or similar). Proven ability to produce continuous, uniform thin films ( Strong understanding of wetting, viscosity, solvent systems, and drying kinetics in thin‑film processing. Experience with photovoltaic or semiconductor thin‑film materials strongly preferred. Familiarity with scaling processes from lab to pilot and integrating process control and in‑line metrology. Comfort working in a startup R&D environment - self‑driven, experimental, and hands‑on with equipment. Excellent communication and data documentation skills; ability to work cross‑functionally with materials, process, and device teams. Experience leading high‑performing technical teams. What Defines Success at Arinna Excellence in Execution: You bring rigor, precision, and attention to detail to every experiment. Collaborative Energy: You elevate those around you through positive engagement and open communication. Candor and Trust: You communicate with clarity and integrity to enable faster iteration and collective learning. Curiosity and Adaptability: You embrace the unknown as an opportunity to explore, experiment, and improve. Mission Focus: You are motivated by impact and driven to help build technology that advances the clean energy future. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $76k-116k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Lead Display Optics Engineer - Prototyping & Validation

    Apple Inc. 4.8company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A leading technology company in San Francisco is seeking a Display Optical Engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation display technologies. This role involves managing technology development from concept through prototyping to final products, working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong optical design skills, experience with lab equipment, and the ability to analyze complex problems. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including stock options and educational reimbursements. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $141k-181k yearly est. 1d ago
  • AI-Powered Full-Stack Engineer for Manufacturing

    Apiphany Corporation

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A leading AI company in San Francisco is seeking a Software Engineer to develop AI-powered manufacturing applications. You will build full-stack solutions, design distributed systems, and integrate with factory-floor systems to enhance manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in computer science and has experience in full-stack development, industrial automation, and AI model deployment. The position offers a salary range of $136,000 - $160,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $136k-160k yearly 3d ago
  • Senior Product Security Engineer - Secure-by-Design

    Digitalocean, LLC 3.7company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A leading cloud infrastructure provider is seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer in San Francisco, CA. In this role, you will assess security risks for new products and features, collaborate with engineering teams, and champion a security culture. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in secure architecture design and a passion for mentoring. This remote role offers a competitive salary, ranging from $161,000 to $220,000, along with benefits and growth opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $161k-220k yearly 3d ago
  • Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

    Menlo Ventures

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Mateo, CA

    At Skild AI, we are building the world's first general purpose robotic intelligence that is robust and adapts to unseen scenarios without failing. We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society. Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts. Relevant industry experience is important, but ultimately less so than your demonstrated abilities and attitude. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to explore uncharted waters and contribute to our innovative projects. Position Overview We are seeking a senior automation and controls engineer to design and implement cutting-edge robotic automation systems. You will work alongside our robotics and machine learning engineers to deploy the Skild Brain into a wide variety of production settings. You will also help create automated solutions and testing systems to help us scale our robot fleet. Your work will directly impact the large scale integration and adoption of our general purpose robotic brain for practical economic problems around the world. Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain automation solutions leveraging our AI models for various real-world problems Develop solutions leveraging PLCs, vision sensors, and/or other systems to assist with large-scale robot brain deployment and testing to help us improve our models Collaborate with robotics and machine learning engineers and scientists to integrate our existing robotic stack into production environments Preferred Qualifications More than 3+ years of industry experience Degree in ME/EE/Robotics/Controls or equivalent experience. Very comfortable with PLCs, vision, sensors, actuators, and end-to-end component integration Built, launched, and sustained production automation and robotic systems on real lines Knowledge of industrial standards and plant protocols Strong systems-level understanding of the various software modules and their interfaces in typical robotic applications Base Salary Range $100,000 - $300,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $100k-300k yearly 1d ago
  • Manufacturing Engineer

    Sorcerer Corporation

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    About Sorcerer Sorcerer is deploying a global network of persistent airborne sensors to fuel weather forecasting. Our high-altitude balloons collect 1000x more data than existing systems and are already used daily by meteorologists to track extreme weather across the US and Central America. We are a well-funded early-stage Y Combinator backed startup based in San Francisco, CA. This is an opportunity to join at an early stage, where you have an outsized impact across the company every day. About the role As a Manufacturing Engineer at Sorcerer you'll be responsible for developing manufacturing tooling and processes for both our vehicle and avionics hardware. We are rapidly scaling our sensing network to hundreds of active flight systems making this an incredibly important role with runway for huge and immediate impact. Responsibilities Develop avionics manufacturing and test fixtures Work within engineering team to refine designs for manufacturability Develop assembly procedures and test plans Assemble and test production flight hardware when needed Required Skill & Experience Ability to troubleshoot electronic systems Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Open HFT, Pytest) Highly proficient in soldering and assembly Ideal Candidates Have experience managing supply chains and PCBA contract manufacturing Have experience working with plastic films Have experience working in startups and small independent teams Succeed with a high level of autonomy Location This is an in-office role at our HQ in SoMa, San Francisco Benefits 401k Unlimited PTO 100% Health, Dental, Vision Company paid life insurance All relocation costs covered (if applicable) Catered lunch every day Fully-stocked office kitchen Commute/parking stipend OR monthly proximity benefit if you relocate to within 30m walk of the office Hiring exceptional people is our top priority, and we believe that exceptional people often have unusual backgrounds. Don't be discouraged from applying if you don't hit every qualification. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $86k-120k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Manufacturing Engineer - Hardware NPI & Scale-Up

    Specter

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A tech company focused on hardware innovation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to bridge hardware design and scalable production. This critical role involves collaborating with engineers for manufacturable and reliable products, managing inventory systems, and implementing quality processes. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering and a strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles. This position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of design and production in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $86k-120k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Production Engineer, Storage

    Crusoe Energy Systems LLC 4.1company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We're crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI - without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability. Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that's setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure. About This Role: At Crusoe Energy Systems, our Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team plays a mission-critical role in maintaining the performance and reliability of our AI-optimized cloud infrastructure. The Storage-focused SRE role is responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, and scalability of Crusoe's cloud storage products and services, which power compute-intensive, latency-sensitive workloads for AI and HPC use cases. This role directly supports our vertically integrated, sustainable cloud platform by building and optimizing distributed, fault-tolerant storage systems at scale. What You'll Be Working On: In this role, you will build automation and self-healing tools to monitor and maintain Crusoe's distributed cloud storage infrastructure, which includes block, file, and object storage systems. You will drive reliability initiatives focused on data replication, encryption, backup and restore strategies, and robust failover mechanisms. Collaborating closely with storage engineers, you will help implement and maintain high-performance NVMe- and SSD-backed volumes that support large-scale AI compute clusters. Your responsibilities will also include supporting user-facing storage services with a focus on availability, performance tuning, and adherence to error budgets. You'll investigate and resolve storage-related incidents using deep telemetry, logs, and performance profiling, while also partnering with hardware and kernel teams to diagnose low-level I/O issues and optimize I/O paths, cache policies, and file systems. Additionally, you will contribute to the architecture of fault-tolerant, scalable storage backends tailored for AI-first cloud environments. What You'll Bring to the Team: 5+ years of professional experience in SRE, systems, or storage engineering. Hands-on experience with distributed storage systems (e.g., Ceph, GlusterFS, OpenEBS) and deep understanding of object, block, and file storage paradigms. Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, Go, Java, or C. Experience with Infrastructure as Code and deployment tooling such as Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet. Deep knowledge of Linux internals with a focus on I/O subsystems, memory management, and storage scheduling. Familiarity with storage protocols like NFS, SMB, iSCSI, or NVMe-oF. Strong experience working with containerized workloads and orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker). Excellent incident response, troubleshooting, and documentation practices. Experience with building and operating managed services at scale such as object, file and block storage (AWS, GCP, Azure) Excellent communication skills Must be able to pass a background check Embody the Company values Bonus Points: Contributions to open-source storage projects or the Linux storage stack. Experience with hybrid storage models across on-prem and cloud environments. Familiarity with high-throughput network topologies for storage backplanes (e.g., RoCE, RDMA, InfiniBand).. Benefits: Industry competitive pay Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents Employer contributions to HSA accounts Paid Parental Leave Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability Teladoc 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary Generous paid time off and holiday schedule Cell phone reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Subscription to the Calm app MetLife Legal Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month Compensation: Compensation will be paid in the range of $166,000 - $201,000 a year + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $166k-201k yearly 5d ago
  • Manufacturing Engineer (CSV)

    Mentor Technical Group 4.7company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    Mentor Technical Group (MTG) provides a comprehensive portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions, MTG has the knowledge and experience to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device safety and efficacy guidelines. With offices in Caguas, PR, Boston, MA & San Francisco, CA and we serve life sciences clients in six global markets: United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Germany, Canada, and South America. Responsibilities Engineering Experience in Medical Device Industry Problem Solving Knowledge (Yellow or Green Belt knowledge) Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling. Designs arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout. Designs sequence of operations and specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance. Adapts machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions. May incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan. Inspects performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality. Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control, and may develop those techniques. Provides guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations. Qualifications Requirements/Knowledge/Education/Skills BBA in Engineering Knowledge in CSV Problem Solving Knowledge (Yellow or Green Belt knowledge) Mentor Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $85k-111k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Senior AI Product Engineer for CAD & Drawing Automation

    Hanomi Inc.

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A tech startup focused on CAD intelligence is seeking a talented individual to own the creation and refinement of computational geometry features using Python and C++. You'll collaborate closely with engineers and gain insights from customers to shape the product roadmap. The role offers a generous equity package, opportunities for growth, and relocation assistance to San Francisco. Excellent communication skills and experience with reinforcement learning algorithms are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $107k-146k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Product Design Engineer

    Epoch Biodesign

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Bruno, CA

    Mill is all about answering a simple question: how can we prevent waste? Less waste can save time, money, energy, maybe even our planet. And there's no better place to start than food. Food waste is one of the most solvable climate problems facing us today. Plus, our trash really stinks. It's gross, heavy, and our least favorite chore. At Mill we are striving to build a better environment for all, as we take on climate and kitchen change. As a member of Mill's Product Design Engineering team you will be part of a cross functional team to design, validate and ship Mill's hardware products. You will work closely with other members of the PD team as well as cross functional groups including Industrial Design, Electrical Engineering, Reliability, Product Management and Operations. Objectives of this role: Design mechanical systems to balance complex tradeoffs between cross functional teams including Industrial Design, Electrical Engineering, Reliability, Product Management and Operations Generate detailed CAD models, specifications and documentation Prototype, Test and Analyze component and system designs Validate and system performance and iterate designs to achieve targets Create predictive models and correlate with real world performance Perform root cause analysis of performance failures and drive corrective actions Work directly with the supply chain to ensure parts are properly manufactured and assembled. Qualifications BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent 2 + years experience working in mechanical product design. Consumer Electronics or Home Appliance industries are preferred Expertise in CAD modeling, experience with NX is preferred. Detailed knowledge of plastic and metal part manufacturing processes Solid understanding of product design concepts including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Tolerance Analysis Demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals to find simple solutions to complex problems A strong desire to work hands-on Strong communication skills The estimated base salary range for this position is $150k to $175k, which does not include the value of benefits or a potential equity grant. A wide range of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, market conditions, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and business and organizational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $150k-175k yearly 3d ago
  • Electron Optics Engineer

    Atomicsemi

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    About Atomic Semi Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab. It's already possible to build this with today's technology and a few simplifications. We'll build the tools ourselves so we can quickly iterate and improve. We're building a small team of exceptional, hands‑on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We'll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology. Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better. We believe our team and lab can build anything. We've set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment - and whatever is missing, we'll just invent along the way. Atomic was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years. About the team The positioning team is responsible for designing, prototyping and building semiconductor fab equipment and subsystems related to lithography, motion and metrology. About the role The electron optics engineer is a hands‑on design role that will be directly involved with prototyping and production of precision beam transport systems for Atomic Semi's custom semiconductor tooling. In this position, you would be applying optical theory to the charged particle domain to evaluate design concepts, and then taking them from white board to reality. We are seeking candidates with experience rapidly prototyping components for complex systems, and a first‑principles mindset to analysis and design. Expect working through difficult design challenges, rapid iteration, lab experiments/collection of data, debugging hardware, and making exciting discoveries. Responsibilities Design, analysis, and bring‑up of electron‑optical systems and related equipment including electron sources, lenses, detectors, beam steering, vacuum chambers, etc. Create innovative solutions utilizing novel electron optical techniques Electrostatics simulation, mechanical design, high vacuum, ray optics analysis. Gathering requirements for designs to facilitate successful bring up of new semiconductor tooling Interface with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and process engineers Required Experience A degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or something similar 2+ years of hands‑on work with precision electron or ion beam systems is required (designing, modeling, building, testing) 5+ years total experience working on complex hardware systems, either in industry or research A strong understanding of charged particle optics and electrostatic/magnetic fields Comfortable working with high vacuum systems - you know your way around chambers, pumps, and component selection Confident in mechanical CAD Nice to have Experience with electrostatics simulation tools like SIMION, COMSOL, CPO2D, CPO3D Electronics skills: usage of oscilloscopes, basic circuit design, grounding + shielding Light‑based optics experience Experience with beam profiling or diagnostics Have done tolerance analysis of electron beam systems Working at Atomic Semi We're an early‑stage hardware startup with solid funding, world‑class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA. Compensation Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $125,000 - $188,000. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in Atomic Semi. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time Visa Sponsorship Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave 401(k) retirement plan Weekly Learning & Development opportunities Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses. Export Control Analysis This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $125k-188k yearly 4d ago
  • Systems R&D Engineer, Industrial Compute

    Openai 4.2company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    About the Team The Scaling team is responsible for the architectural and engineering backbone of OpenAI's infrastructure. We design and deliver advanced systems that support the deployment and operation of cutting‑edge AI models. Our work spans system software, networking, platform architecture, fleet‑level monitoring, and performance optimization. As part of the Stargate initiative, the Industrial Compute team's mission is to build and operate the foundation that powers our research and products. To deliver on this mission, there is a critical need for advanced lab infrastructure and capabilities to perform rapid prototyping, targeted and end‑to‑end testing, and system qualification across the full software and hardware stack to ensure readiness and stability for fast and smooth deployment of our large‑scale clusters. About the Role We are seeking an experienced engineer to lead advanced R&D, rapid prototyping, and build‑out of in‑house lab infrastructure to support system bring‑up, testing, and qualification for next‑generation systems. In this role, you will: You will work closely with the research, fleet, silicon, hardware health, and external vendors and partners to accelerate system qualification, increase deployment velocity, and improve platform and fleet robustness at scale. You will focus on detailed evaluation and systematic testing of early hardware, including servers, racks, NICs, switches, chips, optics, transceivers, and other lab prototype equipment. Your engineering work will span a broad range of software (systems, firmware, RDMA, collectives, cluster provisioning, orchestration, etc.) and/or hardware solutions (e.g., FPGA development) to manage lab infrastructure, support bring‑up activities and perform extensive characterizations of new hardware through microbenchmarking, fault injection, impairment modelling, localized stress testing, and end‑to‑end evaluations. This role is based in San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. You might thrive in this role if you: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field Strong background in system architecture, large‑scale distributed systems and AI/HPC networking expertise (high performance multipath transport protocols, RDMA, RoCE, Infiniband) 5+ years of software development experience in C/C++ and Python Experience developing and running large‑scale distributed AI workloads Hands‑on lab experience with datacenter hardware (racks, servers, switches, NICs, accelerators, etc.) Experience with low‑level software and/or FPGA hardware development (e.g., firmware or RTL) About OpenAI OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general‑purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. For additional information, please see OpenAI's affirmative action and equal employment opportunity policy statement. Background checks for applicants will be administered in accordance with applicable law, and qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment consistent with those laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, for US‑based candidates. For unincorporated Los Angeles County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: protect computer hardware entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon termination of employment or end of assignment; and maintain the confidentiality of proprietary, confidential, and non‑public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected information technology systems and related data security obligations. To notify OpenAI that you believe this job posting is non‑compliant, please submit a report through this form. No response will be provided to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link. OpenAI Global Applicant Privacy Policy At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $118k-163k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Commercial Project Engineer - Path to PM

    Cupertino Electric, Inc. 4.9company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A leading electrical contractor in San Francisco is seeking a Project Engineer to support field and project management teams. The ideal candidate will coordinate material deliveries, manage logs, and communicate effectively. Growth opportunities in project management are available, with a competitive compensation package. The role requires a high school diploma, and a bachelor's degree is preferred. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects! #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $80k-102k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Equipment Control / Automation Engineer

    Franklin Whole Home

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    FranklinWH is a rapidly expanding company determined to become the leader in the global energy home storage system (ESS) industry. FranklinWH offers whole home energy solutions typically coupled with solar PV systems, bringing households into the modern all-electric future. Though founded by experts in power electronics, BMS and EMS, FranklinWH is equally focused on energy management software while also providing top level service to our partners and customers. FranklinWH is expanding its global footprint, relying on an industry leading supply chain. This is an exciting time to be at a fast-growing company in a fast-accelerating industry. We are seeking a skilled Controls / Automation Engineer to support and optimize our manufacturing automation systems. This role involves PLC and HMI/SCADA programming, system commissioning, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and vendors. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in industrial automation, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to support the rapid ramp‑up of our production lines. Responsibilities Resolve daily software issues and implement continuous system optimizations and upgrades to enhance production line performance and reduce dependence on the equipment manufacturer. Collaborate with the equipment vendor to ensure a thorough handover and knowledge transfer for seamless operations. Participate in equipment commissioning and familiarize with systems for the development of the second production line, supporting a smooth and rapid ramp‑up. Qualifications And Experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or related engineering field. 5+ years of direct controls engineering experience in a manufacturing automation environment. Demonstrated expertise with Siemens PLCs (S7 series, TIA Portal, Safety Integrated). Experience configuring and debugging Cognex Vision Pro systems. Hands‑on experience with industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA). Motion control / servo drive / VFD experience and integration. Experience in KUKA/ABB robot operation and debugging. Strong knowledge of safety system logic, interlocks, electrical design, and best practices. Proven track record of commissioning, field debug, and production troubleshooting. Excellent documentation skills and ability to produce functional specifications, wiring diagrams, etc. Fluency in English and Chinese (both written and oral). Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate across engineering, operations, and supplier groups. Experience working with Chinese automation vendors. FranklinWH offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. This is a full-time position. Our generous benefits package includes: Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan. Medical/dental/life/disability program. PTO, and sick days. Life insurance and long-term disability. FranklinWH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $106k-146k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Product Engineer - On-Chain Payments & Integrations

    Tempo 4.2company rating

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A blockchain-based payment company is looking for an early Product Engineer to help partners move money on-chain. You will work with design partners to build production-ready applications. Responsibilities include delivering customer applications, building fullstack solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has strong TypeScript skills, and needs to thrive in a collaborative, high-energy environment. This role is perfect for engineers aspiring to take initiative and deliver impactful solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $88k-118k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Process Engineer - Project

    Recooty

    Manufacturing engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    As a Process Engineer - Project, you will be managing projects that result in a safer work environment, a higher quality product, a more efficient process, and a positive impact on the company's bottom line. You will collaborate with colleagues in other engineering functions as well as production, quality, purchasing, planning and maintenance. You will be responsible for managing the implementation of and supporting new processes, new equipment and new assembly systems. Responsibilities Project leader for implementation of new processes, new equipment and new assembly systems. Examines equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify improvement opportunities in areas of safety, quality, throughput, and cost. Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases. Select & implement suitable manufacturing processes and apply modern organizational principles to make products at a competitive cost. Identify & optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement Work closely with production and maintenance to ensure equipment is operating in a like-new condition Specify tools, jigs and fixtures Project coordination and daily troubleshooting Process Development - may include Visual Work Instructions Production support and process troubleshooting. Cost (scrap, rework, cycle time, etc.) reduction Qualifications Knowledge/Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience managing the implementation of capital projects involving new equipment and/or equipment systems. CAD experience required i.e.: AutoCAD, Pro E, Solid Works Creo & AutoCAD a strong plus 2-4 years engineering project experience in a metal manufacturing environment is preferred Knowledge of equipment and systems appropriate to related discipline Knowledge of engineering principles and procedures Experience in Lean manufacturing techniques, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office Skills and Abilities: Skill in applying engineering principles and procedures Skill in engineering design applications Ability to effectively communicate The desire to strive for both personal and operational excellence through a never-ending drive for continuous improvement Committed to achieving world-class performance standards Education: BS in Material Science, Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or combined related experience required OR 6 years of equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge in the field Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by Human Resources Physical Requirements: Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending and minimal lifting MUST HAVE BS in Material Science, Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or combined related experience required OR 6 years of equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge in the field. Minimum 2 years of experience managing the implementation of capital projects involving new equipment and/or equipment systems. CAD experience required i.e.: AutoCAD, Pro E, Solid Works Creo. 2-4 years' engineering project experience in a metal manufacturing environment. Experience in Lean manufacturing techniques, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office. NICE TO HAVE: Knowledge of equipment and systems appropriate to related discipline Knowledge of engineering principles and procedures #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $88k-121k yearly est. 1d ago

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How much does a manufacturing engineer earn in Livermore, CA?

The average manufacturing engineer in Livermore, CA earns between $74,000 and $139,000 annually. This compares to the national average manufacturing engineer range of $60,000 to $102,000.

Average manufacturing engineer salary in Livermore, CA

$102,000

What are the biggest employers of Manufacturing Engineers in Livermore, CA?

The biggest employers of Manufacturing Engineers in Livermore, CA are:
  1. Thermo Fisher Scientific
  2. FM Industries
  3. Hitachi U.S.A.
  4. Invitrogen Holdings
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