Production Engineer

Archaius Inc; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life Insurance

HSA

Unlimited PTO

Paid holidays

DoorDash lunches

DashPass

Job summary

Archaius Inc. is seeking a production/process engineer to improve repeatable build processes and review manufacturability with Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. You will support QA/QC across assemblies and conduct first article inspections, while guiding ECOs, BOM changes, and process performance.

The role requires hands‑on assembly experience, GD&T knowledge, and strong cross‑functional collaboration to drive reliable electromechanical production.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3–7 years in production or process engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical and basic electrical assembly, inspection and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis and mechanical drawings.
• Experience inspecting electrical assemblies, PCBs, or wiring in QA/verification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve production processes for repeatable builds.
• Review manufacturability, tolerances, and assembly methods with engineering.
• Support QA/QC for mechanical and electrical assemblies, including in‑process checks.
• Conduct first article inspections and assess supplier capability for components.
• Create and maintain work instructions, guides, and inspection criteria.
• Implement ECOs and BOM changes and ensure build configuration accuracy.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis across systems.
• Review data trends (yield, defects, cycle time) to drive improvements.
• Advise on materials, adhesives, finishes, and process choices affecting performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams during pilots and transitions.
• Support Operations with workflows, equipment use, and safe practices.

Skills

Hands-on assembly and troubleshooting

GD&T and tolerance analysis

Mechanical drawings

Electrical assemblies inspection

Production documentation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Multiple priorities management

Quality assurance and verification

Electromechanical and RF familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and improve production processes that enable repeatable builds.
• Review manufacturability, tolerance stack‑ups, and assembly methods with Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
• Support QA and QC activities for both mechanical and electrical assemblies, including in‑process checks and final verification.
• Conduct first article inspections and assist in assessing supplier capability for mechanical and electronic components.
• Create and maintain work instructions, assembly guides, and inspection criteria.
• Implement ECOs and BOM changes and ensure build configuration accuracy.
• Troubleshoot production issues and support structured root cause analysis across electromechanical systems.
• Review data trends including yield, defects, and cycle time to recommend improvements.
• Provide input on materials, adhesives, finishes, and process choices affecting mechanical and electrical performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams during pilot builds and production transitions.
• Support Operations with workflow setup, equipment use, and safe production practices.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 to 7 years of experience in production, manufacturing, or process engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical and basic electrical assembly, inspection, and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with inspection of electrical assemblies, PCBs, or wiring as part of QA or verification.
• Ability to create clear and controlled production documentation.
• Experience with structured root cause and corrective action method.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work across engineering, product, operations, and suppliers.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PFMEA, SPC, lean tools, or continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with first articles, supplier qualification, or scaling production
• Familiarity with electromechanical or RF hardware.
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes or electromechanical system builds.
• Exposure to cost modeling, process evaluation, or material selection.
• Experience supporting reliability, safety, or environmental considerations in manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits/Statements/Salary

Archaius provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions for employees and their families. We offer a 401(k), Life Insurance, and HSA as employee-contribution plans, unlimited flexible paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees. All employees receive advance notice of our company-wide breaks each year, which include a two-week winter shutdown, a one-week summer break in early July, and a Wednesday through Friday break over Thanksgiving. Full-time employees receive these breaks as paid time off. In-office employees also receive DoorDash-provided lunches four days per week, up to a daily limit, and all employees receive free DashPass.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Archaius Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

E-Verify Statement

Archaius participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website.

High-Risk Travel Statement

This position may involve overseas travel, including to environments with elevated risk factors. Employees are expected to acknowledge and assume responsibility for the inherent risks associated with such assignments.