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Edge Autonomy · 1 day ago

Production Engineer I/II

positionSan Luis Obispo, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$85K/yr - $120K/yr
date2+ years exp

Edge Autonomy is a company focused on bridging engineering and production teams. The Production Engineer will work on transitioning components and projects from ideation to manufacturing, while developing and improving production processes.

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Responsibilities

Supervise the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe and efficient manner
Lead continuous improvement efforts through a Kaizen approach liaising with engineering to develop plans that improve production while reducing costs and labor
Lead new product development projects that are being transitioned to production
Lead prototyping efforts and provide design feedback to improve manufacturability
Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to technicians and engineering team members
Establish safety procedures and protocols that prioritize the wellbeing of others
Evaluate and qualify vendors, suppliers, materials, and components
Operation of equipment for the purposes of CAM programming, tool making, and prototyping as required
Creation, revision, and approval of production documentation such as travelers, assembly procedures, and test procedures
Observe and assist engineering and production teams in resolving issues
Communicating challenges with leadership

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in engineeringCNC machines experienceComposite structures knowledgeKaizen techniquesERP systems understandingData analytics (PowerBI)CAD software (SolidWorks)Technical drawings interpretationPeopleTechnical presentationsLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
Minimum of 2 years' work experience in manufacturing or engineering environment
Direct experience with shop equipment, such as CNC machines, tooling, and hand tools
Preparing and presenting technical presentations to leadership
Knowledge with composite structures and processes (prepreg hand layup, wet hand layup, finishing, trimming, tooling)
Experience using Kaizen (continuous improvement), A3 (problem solving), Poka Yoke (error proofing) techniques for process improvement
Understanding of ERP systems and implementation challenges
Strong people and communication skills, willing to work with others
Proven leadership and mentoring skills
Ability to work from engineering specifications, manuals, drawings, established procedures, verbal and written instructions
Ability to draft, read, and interpret technical drawings
Ability to perform data analytics and visualization (PowerBI)

Preferred

Ability to utilize CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)

Benefits

Matching 401(k)
Paid PTO
Paid holidays
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
HSA and FSA Options
Critical Care Plan
Accident Care Plan

Company

Edge Autonomy

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Edge Autonomy manufactures unmanned aircraft vehicles for the government and private companies.
dateFounded in 1998
location
San Luis Obispo, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://edgeautonomy.io

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2025-01-20Acquired

Leadership Team

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John Purvis
Chief Executive Officer
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Allen Gardner
CTO
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