Manufacturing Engineer - Machining & Fabrication

Socket.dev; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k)

Health benefits

PTO & Holidays

Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Peer recognition

Job summary

Torus seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to design fixtures and automate machining for Torus Pulse and Torus Spin products. You will develop CNC processes, implement fixtures, and establish inspection methods to ensure part quality and manufacturability.

You will lead continuous improvement, collaborate across teams, and support product development while advancing automation and process efficiency in a growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years related experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience designing and fabricating fixtures, jigs, and workholding.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining processes.
• Experience with metrology equipment (CMM, gauges).
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles.
• B.S. degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, build fixtures, jigs, and workholding to support machining and inspection.
• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes and programs.
• Source and implement machine tools, workholding, tooling, and robotics.
• Establish inspection methods including CMM programming and GD&T.
• Evaluate processes with capability studies and validation.
• Improve production efficiency through workflow and layout optimization.
• Develop automation systems to improve safety, quality, and throughput.
• Support product development activities.
• Lead in Design for Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Fixtures & Workholding

CNC Machining

Metrology (CMM)

Robotics & Automation

SolidWorks

Education

Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

CMM

PLC/Automation hardware

Job description

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer - Machining & Fabrication will be a key player in setting up and improving our machining and precision-manufacturing processes. The Engineer is responsible for supporting the manufacturing of our BESS (Torus Pulse) and FESS (Torus Spin) products, with a focus on machined components, fixture/workholding design and fabrication, dimensional quality, and process automation. The role is responsible for designing and building fixtures and workholding, developing and optimizing machining processes, establishing inspection methods, automating manufacturing, and supporting adjacent fabrication processes. As a start up, there will be times when this role will require work outside its typical duties.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and fabricate fixtures, jigs, and workholding to support machining, assembly, and inspection operations.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC machining processes and programs (milling, turning, and related operations) for production parts.
• Specify, source, and implement machine tools, workholding, tooling, automated machinery, and robotics.
• Establish and maintain inspection methods — CMM programming, GD&T interpretation, and gauge design — to assure part conformance.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs, including capability studies (Cpk) and process validation.
• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing and measurement methods, and conferring with equipment and tooling vendors.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, machine utilization, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assure product and process quality by designing inspection and testing methods, including in-process and automated inspection.
• Identify opportunities for automation within machining, inspection, assembly, and material-handling processes.
• Develop, program, and implement automation systems (PLC-, PC-, or microcontroller-based) to improve safety, quality, and throughput.
• Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs.
• Lead in the "Design for Manufacturing" and continuous improvement process through the assigned product lines, with an emphasis on machinability, fixturing, and inspectability.
• Support product development activities.
• Complete other tasks as necessary.

Required Experience

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing best practices, including Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience designing and fabricating fixtures, jigs, and/or workholding using SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experience building and fitting up fixtures and tooling on the shop floor.
• Experience developing and optimizing CNC machining processes.
• Experience designing modular or quick-change workholding systems.
• Hands-on machining, welding/fabricating, or CNC programming experience preferred.
• Experience with metrology equipment and methods (CMM, hand gauges, etc).
• Experience with industrial automation tools such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motion systems.
• Experience optimizing production processes.Experience integrating robotics, automated inspection/test equipment, or control systems into manufacturing environments.
• Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering degree or related field is required.
• 2-5+ years related experience (or equivalent).

You’ll be a great fit at Torus if you’re motivated by building durable systems and taking responsibility for manufacturing processes. This role is well suited for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys working through ambiguity, collaborating closely across teams, and solving practical problems that directly impact product reliability and performance. If you take pride in thoughtful design, clear documentation, and seeing your work move from concept to deployment, you’ll find meaningful long-term impact here.

Our Perks & Benefits

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.
• Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Peer Recognition Program

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is based in our GigaOne Salt Lake Headquarters Warehouse, and our South Salt Lake R&D Location, both located in Salt Lake City, UT.
Schedule Full-Time, Salaried

Compensation $80,000 - $130,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.