Manufacturing Engineer

Atomic Machines Inc.; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atomic Machines Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes and scale high-volume manufacturing.

You will own equipment performance, drive maintenance, and support production ramp with cross-functional teams across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, CAD proficiency, and experience with lean/Six Sigma in high-tech settings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience supporting automated systems in production.
• Experience in high-tech industries (semiconductor/biotech/EV).
• Proficiency with CAD for equipment design.
• Hands-on experience from assembly drawing to production.
• Knowledge of machining, welding, or material handling.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience with PLM systems (Arena a plus).
• Experience with document control and release processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage a project with minimum guidance.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the performance, reliability, and day-to-day sustaining of manufacturing equipment and stations.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Advance process development from EVT through DVT to ramp.
• Translate eBOM to mBOM for assemblies.
• Identify bottlenecks and drive throughput, yield, and cost improvements.
• Perform RCCA, time studies, and risk assessments.
• Create SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams for acceptance testing.
• Support contract manufacturers' builds through integration and test.
• Apply DFM/DFX feedback to design engineering.
• Assist with installation, validation, and commissioning for production readiness.
• Monitor process and equipment performance with data-driven insights.
• Own project deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Travel between Emeryville and Santa Clara as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Onshape)

Arena PLM

Document control tools

Job description

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler™ technology platform. This platform enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by providing manufacturing processes and a materials library that are inaccessible to semiconductor manufacturing methods. It unlocks MEMS manufacturing not only for device classes that could never be produced by semiconductor methods, but also for entirely new categories. Furthermore, this digital platform is fully programmable in the way 3D printing is digital—but whereas 3D printing produces parts of a single material using a single process, the Matter Compiler™ technology platform is a multi-process, multi-material system: bits and raw materials go in, and complete, functional micromachines come out. The Atomic Machines team has also created an exciting first device—made possible only through the Matter Compiler™ technology platform—that we will be unveiling to the world soon.

Our offices are in Emeryville and Santa Clara, California.

About the Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role contributes directly to operational excellence as we scale into high-volume manufacturing environments — optimizing processes, improving equipment performance, and supporting the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate is a builder who applies continuous improvement methodologies and can own a well‑defined project from concept through implementation into production. As a contributor to our manufacturing operations, you will work with cross‑functional teams to help integrate new equipment and processes into the production line while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

What You'll Do

• Own the performance, reliability, and day‑to‑day sustaining of assigned manufacturing equipment and stations (manual through semi‑automated).
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Support manufacturing process development from EVT through DVT and into production ramp on assigned stations/nodes.
• Translate engineering BOMs (eBOM) into manufacturing BOMs (mBOM) for assigned assemblies.
• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and quality risks on equipment using data‑driven methods; drive improvements in throughput, yield, and cost at the station level.
• Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA), time studies, and risk assessments to resolve production issues and prevent recurrence.
• Generate and refine manufacturing standards, including SOPs, work instructions, and training materials, ensuring consistency and process discipline.
• Partner cross‑functionally with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to validate system performance and establish effective, reliable acceptance testing.
• Support contract manufacturers' builds through final integration and test to consistently deliver conformant hardware to production.
• Apply DFM/DFX principles and provide feedback to design engineering on assigned equipment and assemblies.
• Support equipment deployment, including installation, validation, and commissioning, ensuring production readiness.
• Monitor process and equipment performance, using metrics and data to drive continuous improvement.
• Own project deliverables with minimum guidance, escalating appropriately when scope is ambiguous.
• Travel between Emeryville and Santa Clara sites as needed.

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with exposure to automation and equipment design.
• Experience supporting or implementing automated systems in a production environment (robotics is a plus).
• Experience in semiconductor, solar, Biotech, EV, or similar high‑tech industries, with an understanding of their processes.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Onshape) for equipment design.
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing/production processes, from assembly drawing through to running hardware.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, such as machining, assembly, welding, or material handling.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (Arena software a plus).
• Experience with document control and release processes.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage a project with minimum guidance and prioritize tasks effectively.
• A first‑principles mindset — you question assumptions and approach problems with a foundational understanding rather than relying solely on precedent.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Bonus Points For

• Knowledge of basic coding: RSLogix, Ignition, Python, or C/C++.

The compensation for this position also includes equity and benefits.

Salary Range

$150,000 - $180,000 USD

Atomic Machines is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate based on characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including for individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail] .To help our recruiting team manage application volume and respond to candidates more efficiently, Atomic Machines may use AI‑assisted tools.