Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical

Critical Loop, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health coverage via HRA with generous

Retirement savings plan

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Critical Loop is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Torrance, CA to drive electrical systems manufacturing excellence across our product lines, leveraging automation to shorten time-to-market.

You will build and inspect electrical assemblies, develop and refine processes, and collaborate with engineers and technicians to resolve production challenges in a dynamic environment. The role includes capital equipment upgrades and process optimization for on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or industrial).
• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or production.
• Experience with build, assembly, or integration of low/high voltage assemblies.
• Knowledge of harness and electrical systems manufacturing techniques, processes, and test verification.
• Electrical component and/or tooling design and analysis using 3D CAD software.
• Experience with design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA).
• Experience transitioning complex products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Own build and inspection process for electrical assemblies and systems integration across product lines.
• Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes and work instructions to meet safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve production challenges.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability with product engineering in a evolving production setting.
• Resolve non-conformances and work with quality to implement corrective actions.
• Identify and implement capital equipment, machines, and layout upgrades to meet demand.
• Develop floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or industrial engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

DFMA

Job description

About Critical Loop

Critical Loop is shaping the next generation of energy systems by building the integrated edge grid of the future. Specializing in advanced energy management and battery control systems, Critical Loop empowers businesses and communities to seamlessly unite distributed energy resources for faster, more reliable, and affordable grid access. With deep expertise in grid modernization and a passion for creating resilient, responsive energy solutions, Critical Loop drives innovation at the intersection of technology and energy.

The Role

We’re recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer to drive electrical systems manufacturing excellence across the production of the Critical Loops product lines. This is a chance to help a growing company create the future of grid‑scale battery storage while leveraging the latest automation tools that can minimize time‑to‑market.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the build and inspection process for the electrical assemblies and systems integration across the Critical Loop product lines

• Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes and subsequent work instructions to meet all design and business requirements, including safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery

• Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve both internal and customer production challenges

• Work with product engineering team to evaluate designs for manufacturability and implementation in a rapidly evolving production environment

• Resolve product non‑conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions

• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet our growing production demand

• Develop and refine floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis to ensure on‑time product delivery to our customers

Must‑Haves

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or industrial engineering

• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or production

Nice‑to‑Haves

• Experience with the build, assembly, or integration of low and high voltage assemblies

• Knowledge of harness and electrical systems manufacturing techniques, processes, and equipment including wire processing and prep, termination, assembly and routing, and test verification.

• Electrical component and/or tooling design and analysis experience using 3D CAD software

• Experience with design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)

• Experience transition complex products from R&D to high‑volume manufacturing in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience writing work instructions and procedures

Work Authorization:

Critical Loop does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e H‑1B, TN, STEM OPT training plans etc.).

At Critical Loop, we're committed to rewarding and supporting our team. Our benefits package includes equity ownership through stock options, giving you a stake in our success, along with comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) through an HRA with a generous allowance. We also provide a retirement savings plan and unlimited paid time off so you can recharge and maintain work‑life balance.

Critical Loop is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.