Prototype Build Engineer

Socket.dev; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta seeks an experienced Prototype Build Engineer to lead prototype builds from concept through delivery. You will partner with internal teams and vendors to plan resources and manage schedules, delivering high-quality prototypes on time.

Responsibilities include collaboration with Research Engineers, risk mitigation, and maintaining detailed build plans. You will drive process improvements and coordinate cross-functional teams to align on goals and standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• 5+ years of experience with consumer electronic products.
• 2+ years in hardware development cycles and sustaining hardware.
• 2+ years in manufacturing assembly and test development.
• Experience leading engineers and technicians in daily work.

Responsibilities

• Lead prototype builds from concept to delivery with internal and external partners.
• Plan and manage resources to execute prototype builds and meet schedules.
• Collaborate with Research Engineers to deliver prototypes on demand.
• Develop recovery plans to address schedule setbacks and risks.
• Coordinate assembly flow support across functions to ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide program status updates and risk assessments to management.
• Define scope, timelines, resources, risks, and dependencies for builds.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project planning

Cross-functional collaboration

AI tools integration

Stakeholder management

Education

BS in engineering or related field

MS in engineering or related field

Job description

Meta is seeking an experienced Prototype Build Engineer to join our team. As a Prototype Build Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the execution of prototype builds from concept through delivery, working closely with internal and external partners to ensure successful outcomes

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal teams and vendors to plan and manage operational resources required to execute prototype builds
• Collaborate with Research Engineers to deliver prototypes as requested
• Resolve schedule setbacks by developing and implementing recovery plans
• Work with program management to ensure the assembly flow is properly supported across functions to deliver material and hardware on schedule
• Provide program status updates and risk assessments to management to support short- and long-term goals
• Communicate prototype build plans across multiple programs
• Establish and drive a clear plan and path forward for executing prototype builds successfully, including:
• Defining scope, timelines, and resource requirements
• Identifying and mitigating risks and dependencies
• Developing and maintaining detailed schedules, milestones, and build plans
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and collaboration
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience with consumer electronic products
• 2+ years of experience with hardware development cycles and sustaining hardware
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing assembly and test development
• Experience leading engineers and technicians in daily work and building teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
• MS degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
• Experience building cross-functional relationships
• Experience with optical and electro-mechanical systems
• Experience optimizing designs for existing products or devices

$144,000/year to $204,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits