HHiring Reality
← Pacific Fusion

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - NPI

Pacific Fusion
Location
Fremont, CA
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Advanced Pulser Development
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3–7 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in a hands-on production environment
  • Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring technicians on a production floor
  • Strong understanding of mechanical assembly processes, work instruction development, and production documentation
  • Hands-on experience with complex electromechanical assembly — high voltage, pulsed power, precision mechanical, or similarly demanding hardware preferred
  • Familiarity with quality management systems, non-conformance processes, and root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
  • Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T
Nice to have
  • Experience with a focus on vacuum seals and systems, including rough, high, and ultra-high vacuum environments
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, energy, or other high-complexity hardware industries
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks
  • Experience supporting first-of-kind or prototype-to-production transitions
  • Exposure to high voltage or pulsed power systems
What the job really is

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - NPI will oversee the transition of prototype components to production-ready pulser systems. This includes managing the manufacturing processes, collaborating with technicians for quick solutions, and supporting the documentation and production metrics. The role also involves working closely with design engineering to improve manufacturability and resolve production issues.

Benefits
  • Industry-competitive salary
  • Equity plan
  • 6% employer 401k matching
  • Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Fast-paced startup environment may require adaptability to changing processes
  • Salary range provided, but actual base salary will depend on experience and location
Job score3/5
Benefits3/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

Applying to Pacific Fusion?

See how your résumé matches this role — and tailor it from what actually gets interviews.

Calculate resume scoreGenerate resume to apply
Job Link →