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Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Superconductor Power Terminations

VEIR
Location
Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Salary
$120,000 - $140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
  • Direct experience selecting, onboarding, and managing contract manufacturers for complex electromechanical or high-power assemblies
  • Strong background in DFM/DFA for high-power systems
  • Experience developing incoming inspection and final test/qualification plans for electrical or electromechanical assemblies
  • Track record of leading successful pilot builds and transitioning designs into scalable production
  • Solid understanding of GD&T, root cause analysis, and process control methods
Nice to have
  • Experience with cryogenic systems or components
  • Experience with pressure vessel design, fabrication, or qualification
  • Experience with data center or critical power infrastructure hardware
  • Familiarity with high-voltage/high-current safety standards and testing
What the job really is

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing the manufacturing strategy for a critical high-power termination assembly. This role involves selecting and managing a contract manufacturer, optimizing designs for manufacturability, establishing quality control processes, and leading pilot builds to ensure a smooth transition to full production. The engineer will also work closely with suppliers and maintain manufacturing documentation to support production goals.

Benefits
  • Healthcare coverage with 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
  • 12 Company Holidays + unmetered PTO
  • 12 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave for all new parents
  • Stock Options
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the company's growth or stability
  • Role involves significant travel to contract manufacturer sites which may impact work-life balance
  • Position requires a strong hands-on approach, which may not suit all candidates
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