Product Manufacturing Engineer: Prototype to Production

Draper; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 63,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Product Manufacturing Engineer who can bridge the gap between advanced prototype development and low-rate production. This role emphasizes a system-level view to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and readiness for scaled production.

A key aspect is translating product specifications into production capabilities, with strong emphasis on DfX, cross-functional collaboration, and vendor management to guide hardware from concept through manufacturing transition.

Qualifications

• Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong collaboration and effective communication with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Ability to balance technical, programmatic, and vendor needs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD programs to create product concepts and drive design for manufacturability.
• Gather materials or resources needed to design the product.
• Test the product for usability and safety.
• Oversee the manufacturing and production process to set standards.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction and adapt to changing requirements.
• Provide insight and suggest design or process modifications based on data.

Skills

Curiosity-driven approach

Collaborate effectively

Team player

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Draper is seeking a Product Manufacturing Engineer who can bridge the gap between advanced prototype development and low-rate production. This role emphasizes a system-level view to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and readiness for scaled production.

A key aspect is translating product specifications into production capabilities, with strong emphasis on DfX, cross-functional collaboration, and vendor management to guide hardware from concept through manufacturing transition.