Divergent

Manufacturing Engineer (all levels)

Torrance, California, United States · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$96k-$132kDetected 13 hours ago

Machine LearningProduct ManagementProcess ImprovementERPSiemens NXAutoCADGD&TRoboticsMechanical DesignLeadershipCollaborationLean Manufacturing

About the role

End-to-end manufacturing ownership of multiple development and production products
Manufacturing Process Development and Optimization:

Technical lead for all manufacturing processes
Lead new concepts and product designs through the factory, ensuring efficient troubleshooting and rapid iteration to meet aggressive timelines.
Implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) strategies early in the design process, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize manufacturing outcomes.
Introduce new equipment, tooling, and processes, conducting rigorous testing and validation to support high-reliability manufacturing.
Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and process plans, ensuring compliance with quality standards like AS9100.
Lead efforts to resolve hardware nonconformance issues promptly, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Act as a technical lead in troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues, supporting production and quality teams.
Lead cross-functional product/program teams.
Support the Director of Manufacturing Engineering in team growth initiatives.
Develop, Implement, and refine scalable manufacturing processes aligned with Divergent's technology development.

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, AutoCAD) and strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, robotics, or automation.
Proven track record of leading complex projects from concept through production, focusing on high-performance materials and high-reliability applications.

Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent expertise in continuous improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with quality management systems like AS9100 or ISO 9001.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-tech, fast-paced startup environment with a passion for disrupting traditional manufacturing paradigms.
Engineer I / E03: $96,350 - $132,480
Engineer II / E04: $111,300 - $153,040
Sr Engineer / E05: $128,520 - $176,720
Staff Engineer / E06: $148,430 - $204,090

Stay current on emerging manufacturing technologies, integrating innovative solutions to advance Divergent's competitive position.
Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify.
This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)
Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E03 - E06 as evaluated through our interview process.
Engineer I / E03: $96,350 - $132,480
Engineer II / E04: $111,300 - $153,040
Sr Engineer / E05: $128,520 - $176,720
Staff Engineer / E06: $148,430 - $204,090
Principal Engineer / E07: $171,450 - $235,740

Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.
We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options.
Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
Provide technical guidance to manufacturing staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.
Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic.
Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position.
From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work.
Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work
E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9).
The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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