Harbinger · 3 days ago
Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Garden Grove, CA
Contract
Onsite
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $230K/yr
15+ years expHarbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company focused on innovation in the industry. They are seeking a dynamic Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering to lead and scale manufacturing operations, design cutting-edge equipment, and ensure high-quality production of EV vehicles and components.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the development, design, and implementation of advanced manufacturing equipment, systems, technologies and processes to support current and future production goals including the expansion and optimization of our state-of-the-art production facilities
Leverage Industry technologies, world class vendors and know-how
Spearhead the integration of cutting-edge automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools, ensuring simultaneous product/process engineering, seamless operation and optimized throughput
Oversee the design, layout, and launch of new production lines, ensuring alignment with program milestones and volume targets
Collaborate with design engineering, product development, supply chain and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and product quality
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact
Partner with supply chain teams to ensure alignment on material flow, logistics, and just-in-time inventory strategies
Develop, manage and track capital expenditure plans for manufacturing infrastructure, tools, and technologies
Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations
Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for all manufacturing-related projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
15+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, preferably within the automotive or EV sector
Proven track record of scaling manufacturing operations from pilot to mass production
Deep knowledge of automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and other advanced production technologies
Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing cross-functional teams
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management abilities
Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management systems
Commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact in manufacturing processes
Preferred
Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
Company
Harbinger
Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle company that focuses on chassis architecture design.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$362.7MKey Investors
Greycroft
2025-11-13Series C· $160M
2025-01-14Series B· $100M
2024-05-21Series Unknown· $13M
Leadership Team
John Harris
Co-Founder & CEO
Phillip Weicker
Co-Founder & CTO
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