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Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer at Mainspring Energy | LAYIQ

Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes from early prototype builds through high-volume production
Lead manufacturing process validation activities using PFMEA, DOE, capability studies (Cpk), and GR&R
Drive cross-functional, closed-loop risk mitigation plans by partnering with Design Engineering, Quality, and Operations
Establish manufacturing readiness plans, process validation strategies, and quality gates for new product introductions
Manufacturing Optimization & Operational Excellence
Partner with Industrial Engineering to evaluate cycle times, line balancing, and resource utilization using Yamazumi charts and time studies
Drive touch-time reduction initiatives through process optimization, improved assembly sequencing, ergonomic improvements, fastening strategies, automation opportunities and subsystem testing
Lead structured root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Whys, DOE, and statistical analysis to improve first-pass yield and process capability
Identify and eliminate manufacturing bottlenecks to improve throughput, labor productivity, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Champion Lean Manufacturing, error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across production
Manufacturing Scale-Up
Own the transition of assembly processes from prototype builds to scalable production systems
Partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and NPI teams to successfully launch new manufacturing processes
Support factory layout development, production line design, capacity planning, and equipment selection
Support new factory launches, manufacturing transfers, and production ramp activities across domestic and international sites
What You'll Bring: 7–10+ years (Senior) or 10–15+ years (Staff) of manufacturing/process engineering experience supporting complex electromechanical products
Expertise in PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, DOE, SPC, 8D, Cpk, and GR&R
Experience developing scalable manufacturing processes and supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) from prototype through high-volume production
Experience developing assembly equipment, fixtures, gauges, and automation systems
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, line balancing, Yamazumi charts, time studies, and capacity modeling
Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical initiatives and influence engineering decisions through data
Experience working in fast-paced NPI environments with evolving designs and manufacturing challenges
Experience in automotive, aerospace, energy, or other high-volume electromechanical manufacturing environments
What Sets You Apart: Hands-on mindset—you enjoy working on the production floor to validate ideas, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements
Comfortable making technical decisions in ambiguous situations while balancing quality, cost, schedule, and manufacturability
Passion for Lean Manufacturing with a bias toward simple, robust, and cost-effective solutions over unnecessary complexity
Strong systems thinking with the ability to connect product design, manufacturing processes, quality, and operational performance
Does your experience not meet all of our posted requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to positions unless they meet every listed requirement. At Mainspring, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, flexible, and collaborative environment, so if you want to help us transition the world to clean and affordable electricity, and don’t meet all posted requirements for a particular role, we’d still love to hear from you. Mainspring can sometimes be flexible enough to shift responsibilities for the right person, or otherwise identify open or upcoming roles that may better fit your professional background.
In more traditional words, Mainspring Energy, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer

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