Manufacturing Engineering Lead

South Burlington, Vermontfull timeOn Site

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senior

$135k–$165k

H1B: no

BETA Technologies The Manufacturing Engineering Lead drives scaling, efficiency, and cost reduction for battery manufacturing lines. This role leads continuous improvement, integrates new products, and manages a team of manufacturing engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of new products into production (NPI) while optimizing existing processes
Evaluate, improve, and advance existing and novel manufacturing processes
Develop and execute scalable manufacturing strategies to meet production demands
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and streamline operations
Work cross-functionally with program management, design, supply chain, quality, and automation teams
Lead a team of manufacturing engineers, providing guidance and professional development
Ensure processes comply with FAA Part 21 production requirements
Create capacity planning, process capability studies, and improvement plans
Ensure manufacturing processes and changes meet design, performance, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with R&D, tooling design engineers, and manufacturing teams to develop and validate products and processes
Support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing5+ years of experience in manufacturingExpertise in DFXExperience in scaling productionDemonstrated leadership in managingKnowledge of automation

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or high-rate production.
Strong background in New Product Introduction (NPI), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
Expertise in DFX, Design for Manufacturability, Design for Assembly, Design to Cost.
Proficiency in one or more manufacturing methods, automation, assembly, electronics, machining, forming, plastics, etc.
Experience in scaling production, integrating new products, and driving cost reduction.
Demonstrated leadership in managing, mentoring, and developing engineering teams.
Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and root cause analysis (RCA).
Knowledge of automation, digital manufacturing, and advanced production technologies.
Familiarity with FAA Part 21 production requirements and quality systems is a plus.
Strong ability to write detailed technical reports and communicate findings effectively.
Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.