Sheet Metal Process Engineer - Scale Production & Innovation

Hadrian Automation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insu

401k

Relocation assistance

Flexible vacation policy

Equity

Job summary

Hadrian is seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in sheet metal manufacturing to define and develop robust, scalable production processes for complex parts. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and cross-functional — enabling production readiness and factory design for critical programs.

You’ll translate technical data (BOMs, CAD models, drawings) into actionable manufacturing strategies, working closely with design, operations, quality, and customer teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of flat pattern development, bend allowances, and GD&T.
• Proficient in sheet metal processes: laser/plasma/waterjet cutting, forming, spot/GMAW/GTAW welding, finishing.
• Experience developing process routings, tooling/fixture designs, and quality plans (FAI, SPC, MSA).
• Clear communicator with strong documentation and project planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering data to classify and scope sheet metal parts into process families
• Develop first-principles cycle time estimates and detailed process routings
• Define factory requirements for cutting, forming, welding, finishing, and inspection
• Translate processes into staffing, equipment, layout, and QA plans
• Specify tools, jigs, fixtures, and inspection equipment
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions and drive alignment
• Own the process definition from part intake through production ramp
• Drive schedule recovery, manufacturability improvements, and risk mitigation for critical programs

Skills

Sheet metal manufacturing

GD&T

Sheet metal processes

Process routings

Documentation & planning

Job description

Hadrian is seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in sheet metal manufacturing to define and develop robust, scalable production processes for complex parts. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and cross-functional — enabling production readiness and factory design for critical programs.

You’ll translate technical data (BOMs, CAD models, drawings) into actionable manufacturing strategies, working closely with design, operations, quality, and customer teams.