Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer / Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Divergent

Torrance, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Automotive, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
2+ years (Advanced Manufacturing Engineer) or 5+ (Sr. Advanced Manufacturing Engineer) of experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing engineering, preferably in capital equipment, or low-volume/high-mix development or production environments
Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation
Demonstrated expertise in work instruction development, process documentation, and tooling design
Familiar with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and basic fabrication/assembly practices
Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter), ERP, and MES tools
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across engineering, production, and supply chain
Adaptable and effective

Responsibilities

Contribute to manufacturing engineering support across multiple advanced manufacturing modules: robotic assembly & inspection, automated post processing, coatings line, and more
Develop and continuously improve comprehensive work instructions and standard operating procedures for internal and external manufacturing
Collaborate with design and R&D teams to enhance manufacturability at the component, assembly, and system level
Conduct design for manufacturing (DFM) analyses to reduce cost and improve cycle time
Support design changes through PLM, configurations, and ECO implementation
Design, evaluate, and optimize tooling, fixtures, and assembly jigs
Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities for manufacturing-related issues
Define and monitor equipment efficiency metrics (e.g., utilization, OEE, throughput) to improve machine uptime and inform preventive maintenance strategies
Partner with supply chain to bring up production lines, support sourcing activities, and resolve supplier technical issues
Support the implementation and adoption of enterprise tools like PLM, ERP, and MES systems
Champion continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing documentation, process control, and product transitions
Own project management responsibilities including: scheduling, defining budgets, tracking spend and ensuring delivery against timelines for assigned equipment programs
Coordinate with facilities and factory layout owners to champion equipment placement, ensuring proper utilities, flow, and integration with surrounding assets

Skills

Robotic Assembly

Automated Post Processing

Coatings Line

Design for Manufacturing

DFM Analysis

Work Instructions

Standard Operating Procedures

Equipment Commissioning

Manufacturing Scalability

Divergent

About Divergent

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Consulting, Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, DesignIndustries

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Relativity Space in 3D printing technology.

Potential intellectual property disputes as the 3D printing industry expands.

Rising material costs for 3D printing metals due to supply chain constraints.

Differentiation

Divergent uses 3D printing to reduce waste and increase manufacturing efficiency.

The company focuses on sustainability by reducing carbon footprint through innovative methods.

Divergent's technology caters to the rising demand for customized vehicle components.

Upsides

3D printing in automotive manufacturing is gaining traction, benefiting Divergent.

AI optimization in supply chain logistics offers Divergent operational streamlining opportunities.

The automotive industry's shift to modular design aligns with Divergent's processes.

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