Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer DFM

RoboForce; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stock options/equity programs

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Lunches and dinners

Fully stocked kitchen

Regular team-building events

Job summary

An advanced robotics company in Milpitas is seeking a self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer to define and optimize manufacturing processes for cutting-edge robotic systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering and have over 5 years of experience in hardware manufacturing. Responsibilities include bridging initial concepts and production, leading equipment development, and ensuring high-quality production. This role also offers competitive stock options, health insurance, and opportunities for visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct work experience in hardware DFM manufacturing.
• Background in prototype and production line design preferred.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin.
• Experience with 3D/2D CAD, GD&T, and SPC.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide design teams with critical insights on manufacturability.
• Lead the in-house development of innovative prototype manufacturing equipment.
• Design assembly sequences and establish quality parameters.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in scaling manufacturing lines from concept to high-volume production.
• Leverage virtualization technologies to accelerate development and mitigate risks.
• Diagnose and resolve cross-disciplinary issues across mechanical, electrical, software and controls.
• Provide hands-on technical support and collaborate with external integrators and suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical integration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication in English and Mandarin

Robotics

Prototyping

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree/PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD is a plus

Tools

3D and 2D CAD

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Statistical process control

Job description

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 ahigh self-motivated Manufacturing Engineerto 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.
• 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.