As Lead Manufacturing Engineer you will own the transition of ideas from concept to prototype and first low-volume production. You will shape manufacturing strategy, processes, tooling and automation for initial products within a collaborative, technically skilled team. Your work directly influences product design for manufacturability and the path to scalable manufacturing in a well-funded deep-tech startup. This is a formative role with high ownership and a chance to shape the company’s manufacturing future.
Pay / Benefits
Equity/share options available
Benefits package
Strong progression opportunities
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing and assembly processes for advanced electronic products
Support transition from R&D prototype to commercial production
Design and implement low-volume automation and robotic assembly solutions
Collaborate with design engineers on DfM and DfA
Evaluate manufacturing methods including adhesives, sealing, tooling, and precision assembly
Support product validation, testing and certification activities
Engage with external suppliers and manufacturing partners (PCB/PCBA suppliers, precision engineering)
Establish manufacturing documentation, quality processes and scalable production methodologies
Support longer-term manufacturing scale-up as the company grows
Key requirements
Degree qualified in Engineering or related discipline
Experience in advanced manufacturing, precision engineering, power electronics, aerospace, defence, medical devices, or similar high-reliability sectors
Proven track record of taking products from concept/prototype to production
Strong hands-on engineering capability with problem-solving in fast-moving environments
Experience developing manufacturing processes, tooling or automation systems
Knowledge of robotic systems or small-scale automation equipment
Strong understanding of DfM and DfA principles
Experience working with suppliers and subcontract manufacturers
Comfortable in a fast-paced start-up or low-volume manufacturing environment
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