Manufacturing Line Lead, Power Electronics & Grid Solutions

Heron Power Inc.; Scotts Valley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and equity

Benefits

Job summary

Heron Power is building the future of scalable power electronics. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Line Lead to launch and scale production lines, guiding equipment design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and ramp.

The role suits engineers who thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, lead by example, and own technical challenges. You will collaborate across design, controls, quality, and operations to deliver world-class manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or similar.
• 5+ years of full-time industry experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Track record launching mass production lines from concept through ramp.
• Established relationships with equipment suppliers and system integrators.
• Experience with framing, fastening, welding, dispensing/sealing, material handling, and inspection systems.
• GD&T literacy and tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Excellent communication and ability to distill complex issues into actionable plans.
• Willingness to work hands-on and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead the specification, design, fabrication, testing, and installation of high-volume manufacturing lines from RFQ through SOP.
• Provide technical input on equipment design in collaboration with product design, controls, quality, and operations teams.
• Navigate complex supplier relationships, drive alignment, and meet cost targets.
• Anticipate risks and resolve ambiguity to protect cost, schedule, and quality.
• Oversee FAT and SAT to ensure equipment meets functional and throughput requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase OEE, reduce cycle time, and improve line reliability.

Skills

High-volume manufacturing

Mass production launches

Supplier & integrator relationships

GD&T literacy

Automation & conveyors

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

Heron Power is building the future of scalable power electronics. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Line Lead to launch and scale production lines, guiding equipment design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and ramp.

The role suits engineers who thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, lead by example, and own technical challenges. You will collaborate across design, controls, quality, and operations to deliver world-class manufacturing.