AM Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector.

Purpose of Job:

Leads manufacturing engineering activities of laser powder bed fusion machine development, manufacturing, and operations to meet cost, throughput, and quality targets in partnership with the Additive Technologies machine development team.

Essential Job Functions and Performance Standards:

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve clear and comprehensive work instructions for internal and external assembly and manufacturing processes.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure work instructions align with production goals and quality standards

Work closely with design teams to provide input on manufacturability during the product development phases.

Identify and implement design improvements to improve efficiency of manufacturing processes.

Conduct DFM analyses to optimize production costs and cycle times.

Address and resolve issues related to machine build processes.

Collaborate with the machine development team to improve machine reliability and performance.

Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize machine downtime.

Lead first-pass RCCA activities to identify root causes of manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of these issues.

Evaluate, design, and optimize assembly fixtures and equipment to improve efficiency and product quality.

Support supplier technical issues.

Design and optimize factory layouts to maximize workflow efficiency, improve productivity, and ensure safety.

Work Environment:

Office, manufacturing floor, laboratory spaces

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor or Master degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Experience:

5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

Experience in LBPF or industrial capital equipment

Experience in development through production lifecycle a plus

Skills:

3D CAD modeling and drawing creation

Supplier and production bring-up

GD&T and tolerance stack-up

Work instruction creation

Manufacturing process development

Factory layout

Experience using PLM systems

Hands-on skills in basic fabrication or assembly

Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, open environment

Highly adaptable and resilient

High passion towards a common mission

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Team collaboration with internal and external partners / stakeholders

$130,000 - $175,000 a year

What You'll Get :

Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and annual bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.

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.

Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

Inclusive and Collaborative Environment: Join our inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, embracing diversity, and fostering innovation to reduce our footprint by integrating people and technology.

Divergent is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Disclosures:

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. Divergent Technologies, Inc , Inc is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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