Senior Robotics Manufacturing Engineer — DFMA & Ramp-Up

RoboForce; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Visa sponsorship

Meals provided

Team events

Job summary

RoboForce in Milpitas, CA is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to define and optimize manufacturing processes for our robotic systems. The role emphasizes DFMA, tooling, and ramp‑up across design, supply chain and operations.

You will lead manufacturing readiness for new product launches, collaborate with integrators, and ensure processes meet quality, cost, and delivery targets in a fast‑paced environment. On‑site work with occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of hardware manufacturing experience in fast‑paced environments; robotics background preferred.
• Proven expertise in mechanical assembly, electrical integration, sealing, torque tools, testing and quality control methods.
• Strong analytical skills and data‑driven root-cause analysis with process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Bridge concept to full production by providing manufacturability input on assembly, testing and tooling (DFM/DFA).
• Define assembly sequences, work instructions, and tooling requirements; validate processes before production release.
• Lead manufacturing readiness for new product launches, upgrades, and component changes with cost/resource/schedule alignment.
• Provide hands‑on technical support with external integrators and suppliers during tooling and equipment qualification and ramp‑up.
• Incorporate safety, quality, resource utilization, and preventive maintenance into process and equipment design.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to synchronize priorities and actions.
• Investigate manufacturing defects and process failures; implement corrective actions and track improvements in yield, cycle time and cost.
• Assess impact of engineering changes on manufacturing; update process docs and tooling; monitor risk mitigation.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

English communication

Mandarin (preferred)

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering)

Tools

CAD (3D/2D)

SPC

Job description

RoboForce in Milpitas, CA is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer to define and optimize manufacturing processes for our robotic systems. The role emphasizes DFMA, tooling, and ramp‑up across design, supply chain and operations.

You will lead manufacturing readiness for new product launches, collaborate with integrators, and ensure processes meet quality, cost, and delivery targets in a fast‑paced environment. On‑site work with occasional travel is expected.