Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Company Overview   

Amperesand is disrupting industrial power with the first commercialized Solid State Transformer systems. Solid State Transformers systems are much more than a transformer replacement, enabling numerous advanced features to unlock solutions for data centers, EV charging, renewables, microgrids, and industrial installations. We are looking for mission driven team members passionate about making amazing products for worldwide electrification at maximum acceleration. Amperesand is building a global company and looking for talent across our geographies.  

Role Summary

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced automation equipment and assembly lines as we scale our hardware product portfolio. In this role, you will drive cross-functional initiatives to bring innovative hardware solutions from concept through to full-scale production. Collaborating closely with controls, mechanical and electrical design teams, you will implement robust machine and process architecture.  

This role presents a unique opportunity to influence product design from its earliest stages. It is a rare and valuable learning experience for manufacturing engineers to be embedded so deeply in both product and manufacturing development. 

 Responsibilities: 

• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for X (DFx), Assembly, Quality, Reliability 

• Lead and implement robust manufacturing processes, including process sequencing, critical parameter development, and assembly recipes 

• Drive quality, repeatability, and throughput in both prototype and production environments. 

• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering, NPI, Quality, and Production teams throughout the product lifecycle 

• Act as a technical lead to resolve quality and functional issues in production and with contract manufacturers. 

• Develop data-driven action plans and root cause analyses to ensure timely resolution and continuous improvement. 

• Design and validation of novel prototype tooling and assembly equipment with 3rd third-party equipment builder. 

• Collaborate with the equipment design engineer for in-house equipment development. 

• Oversee internal and external development of equipment and processes for new product introduction and scale-up. 

• Support the ramp-up of production lines, resolving technical issues, optimizing process performance, and ensuring lines meet takt time, yield, and labor efficiency targets. 

• Perform line balancing and capacity planning studies to support efficient line layout, equipment utilization, and throughput targets as production scales. 

• Maintain comprehensive process documentation, participate in Engineering Change Management 

• Drive continuous improvement efforts through data collection, analysis, and feedback loops 

• Mentor technicians and production associates as needed 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field) 

• 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with background in DFM, process development, and high-mix or low-to-high-volume production 

• Hands-on experience in any of the following manufacturing processes: injection molding, die casting, machining, assembly automation, potting, wilding, soldering, laser, adhesion. 

• Experience in participating in large-scale capital equipment design projects. From Request from quotation to FAT, SAT or SOP. 

• Background in concept-to-production equipment development. 

• Experience in data collection and analysis for process development or applicable process engineering expertise 

• Willing to lead cross-functional projects and vendor engagements 

• Experience in problem-solving and a data-driven mindset 

• Familiarity with tools such as OEE, CP, CPK, PFMEA, DOE, root cause analysis, and SPC 

• Written and verbal communication skills 

• Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira. 

• Ability to travel up to 20% - 25% including internationally 

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Proficiency in CAD software (3D EXPERIENCE (3DX), CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo etc.) for designing mechanical assemblies. 

• Experience with DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) methodologies. 

• GD&T and its impact on manufacturability. 

• Knowledge of motion control, pneumatics, hydraulics, and sensors. 

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic schematics.  

• Power Electronics Assembly experience is highly valued from energy, automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, or consumer electronics manufacturing. 

• Experience in Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) improvements.  

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.  

Pay Disclosure & Benefits

Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  

The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.

• Competitive Salary  Incentive Stock Options 
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays so they can rest, recharge, and take care of their health and personal needs.
• Commuter Benefits 
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave 

Singapore-based employees receive benefits in accordance with local government provisions.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Amperesand is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Amperesand is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.