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Salary: USD 130,000 - 145,000 / annual
Halo Industries has developed a revolutionary laser-based technology to replace a decades-old semiconductor material slicing process. The technology eliminates waste, improves material cost and performance, and enables advancements in automotive, telecommunications, and power electronics. Founded in 2014 at Stanford University, the company is well-funded and preparing for volume manufacturing.
The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will transition complex, proprietary production equipment from R&D development to pilot manufacturing. Operating at the intersection of design, quality, and supply chain, you will ensure manufacturability, establish robust build and test processes, and drive cross-functional collaboration for seamless New Product Introduction (NPI).
Key responsibilities include:
**Design for Excellence & Technical Transfer:** Participate in early-stage design reviews, providing DFM, DFA, DFR, DFT, and DFS recommendations. Work closely with R&D engineers to translate product requirements into manufacturable designs. Support engineering deliverables by completing BOMs, CAD drawings, and sourcing data within the PLM system. Generate, review, and execute Engineering Change Orders during pilot manufacturing.
**Process & Test Development:** Develop, qualify, and optimize scalable manufacturing and assembly processes. Design, build, and validate custom assembly tooling, fixtures, and test stands. Develop detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation for production readiness. Collaborate with contract manufacturers and internal teams.
**Pilot Manufacturing & NPI Project Execution:** Lead prototype builds and pilot manufacturing runs, managing NPI schedules and milestone targets. Execute process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and publish performance reports. Utilize PLM and QMS systems (e.g., Arena) to maintain workflow and compliance standards.
**Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement:** Lead structured root cause analyses and corrective action implementations. Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, reduce cycle time, and lower build costs.
**Requirements:**
**Basic Qualifications:**
- Education: B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline (M.S. preferred)
- Experience: 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in capital equipment, semiconductor equipment (WFE), optical, or medical device industries
- Technical Skills: Proven experience releasing prototype designs into pilot and full production lifecycles; strong hands-on troubleshooting skills for complex, multi-disciplinary electro-mechanical equipment; demonstrated application of methodical root cause analysis frameworks (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone); experience utilizing CAD, ERP/MRP, and PLM/QMS software tools
- Soft Skills: Excellent project management, leadership, and cross-functional communication skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Tools & Software: Proficiency with SolidWorks, NetSuite ERP/MRP, and Arena PLM/QMS
- Process Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of advanced fabrication, assembly, and functional testing methods
- Certifications: PMP, PE, Lean, or Six Sigma Black/Green Belt
