Senior Manufacturing Engineer:Prototyping to Scale Robotics

RoboForce; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

RoboForce, a pioneering AI robotics company in Milpitas, seeks a high self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and advance equipment development for our cutting-edge Robo-Labor systems. You will work with design, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure best-in-class quality, cost, and delivery for advanced robotic systems.

The role emphasizes bridging concept to production, leading prototype manufacturing equipment, and scaling lines from concept to

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years direct hardware DFM manufacturing experience in fast-paced environments; robotics or automotive background preferred.
• Proven expertise in mechanical assembly, electrical integration, sealing, torque tools, testing and troubleshooting, automation equipment, control systems, and quality control strategy.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap between concept and production by providing manufacturability insights on design, assembly, testing, and tooling.
• Lead in-house development of innovative and complex prototype manufacturing equipment.
• Design assembly sequences and establish critical quality parameters to improve production efficiency.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in scaling manufacturing lines from concept to high-volume production.
• Leverage virtualization technologies to accelerate development cycles and mitigate risks.
• Diagnose and resolve complex multi-disciplinary issues across mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems.
• Provide hands-on technical support and collaborate with external integrators and suppliers as required.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

DFM

Mechanical assembly

Electrical integration

Quality control

GD&T

Statistical process control

Project management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree

PhD preferred

Tools

3D CAD

2D CAD

GD&T

SPC

Job description

RoboForce, a pioneering AI robotics company in Milpitas, seeks a high self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and advance equipment development for our cutting-edge Robo-Labor systems. You will work with design, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure best-in-class quality, cost, and delivery for advanced robotic systems.

The role emphasizes bridging concept to production, leading prototype manufacturing equipment, and scaling lines from concept to