Senior/Staff Power Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

XWING; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 119,800 - 187,600; Full time

Job summary

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Power Electronics Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer to join our Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Engineering Team in San Carlos, CA. This role leads new product introduction and ramp-up of powertrain manufacturing with cross-functional collaboration and a strong focus on process development and equipment readiness.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, DFMA, SPC methods, and hands‑on experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing process development and process validation activities.
• Experience with electric motor assembly, power electronics, or complex electro‑mechanical systems and tooling.
• Detail-oriented, strong problem-solving abilities, collaborative mindset in fast-paced cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in GD&T per ASME Y14.5 for complex tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Familiarity with DFM/DFA best practices and their practical application.
• Proven ability to enhance product line performance using SPC methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Design, Quality, Test, and Equipment Engineering to develop world‑class motor manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design and drawing reviews, ensuring DFA/DFM best practices during development.
• Lead cross‑functional execution to deliver improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and ergonomics from prototype to volume production.
• Own and evolve continuous improvement strategies to improve availability, quality, and line performance across processes.
• Author and release manufacturing procedures and drive adoption on the production line for flawless builds at scale.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Manufacturing process development

Cross-functional collaboration

GD&T ASME Y14.5

SPC analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Power electronics assembly tooling

Job description

Senior/Staff Power Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

Location: US-CA-San Carlos

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Power Electronics Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer to join our Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Engineering Team in San Carlos, CA. The Power Electronics Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer will lead new product introduction and ramp‑up of Joby aircraft powertrain through implementation of manufacturing equipment and new processes, and working closely with cross‑functional teams. This individual must be highly organized and self‑driven while possessing a deep understanding of manufacturing scale‑up, mechanical & electrical fundamentals, equipment and quality systems. This position is exciting and rewarding, as the Power Electronics Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer will promptly see their ideas influence many key areas due to the fast pace of Joby Aviation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Design, Quality, Test, and Equipment Engineering to develop world‑class motor manufacturing processes — driving higher quality, at quantity, and on‑time equipment readiness at every build phase
• Participate in design and drawing reviews, ensuring implementation of DFA/DFM best practices during all stages of product development
• Lead cross‑functional execution with a “one‑team” mindset to deliver step‑change improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and ergonomics from prototype through ramp to volume production
• Own and evolve continuous improvement strategies (lean, constraint removal, automation introduction, test performance optimization) to improve availability, quality, and line performance across welding, soldering, adhesive dispense, power electronics assembly and end‑of‑line test
• Author and release high‑clarity manufacturing procedures — then drive successful adoption on the production line to ensure flawless build execution at scale

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices
• Hands‑on experience in manufacturing process development and execution of process validation activities
• Experience with electric motor assembly, power electronics, or complex electro‑mechanical systems, including associated tooling and equipment
• Detail‑oriented, strong problem‑solving abilities and a collaborative mindset, with a history of solving technical challenges in cross‑functional team environments in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficient in GD&T per ASME Y14.5 for complex tolerance stack‑up analysis
• Familiarity with DFM/DFA best practices and their practical application
• Proven ability to enhance product line performance using SPC (statistical process control) methods and techniques
• Proven track record of delivering multiple products from concept through to full‑scale production

Desired

• Experience in manufacturing in a regulated environment such as 14 CFR Part 21, ISO9001, ISO 13485, TS16949, or equivalent
• Familiarity with PCBA manufacturing processes, equipment and standards
• Experience with selective soldering and laser welding processes

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $119,800 - $187,600/year. The compensation package will be determined by job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer