Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer DFM

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

Why RoboForce

RoboForce is an AI robotics company building Physical AI-powered Robo-Labor systems for dull, dirty, and dangerous work. Our robots are designed to operate in complex, unstructured industrial environments, with a focus on real-world deployment and scalability.

We are seeking a high self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to focus on defining and optimizing manufacturing processes and advancing equipment development by providing manufacturing insights during product definition for our cutting edge super robot. You will work closely with design, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure manufacturing process and equipment are well defined and products with best-in-class quality, cost, and delivery performance for advanced robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap: between initial concept and full production by providing design teams with critical insights on manufacturability, assembly, testing, and tooling.
• Lead the in-house development: of innovative and complex prototype manufacturing equipment.
• Design assembly sequences: and establish critical quality parameters to ensure 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 technical 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.

Requirements

• Master's degree/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of direct work experience in hardware DFM manufacturing within fast-paced environments; background in prototype and production line design, robotics, or automotive strongly preferred.
• Proven expertise in mechanical assembly, electrical integration, sealing, torque tools, testing and trouble shooting, automation equipment, control systems, and quality control strategy, .
• Strong analytical skills and engineering fundamentals in manufacturing
• Experience with 3D and 2D CAD, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and statistical process control (SPC).
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive stock options/equity programs.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan.
• Visa sponsorship and green card support for qualified candidates.
• Lunches and dinners, a fully stocked kitchen, and regular team-building events.