Senior Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer (Assembly & 3D Printing)

Company Description

AC Future is pioneering innovative and sustainable solutions to address today’s housing challenges. Specializing in smart, flexible, and eco-conscious homes, we are committed to redefining modern living while prioritizing environmental responsibility. Our mission is to empower individuals to embrace a sustainable lifestyle without compromising on quality or comfort. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future for communities worldwide.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly hands-on Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in assembly processes, 3D Printing and advanced manufacturing techniques. This role will be critical in driving product industrialization, implementing SKD/CKD strategies, and ensuring compliance of our next-generation Mobility products.

You will work at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and operations, helping transition our designs into serial manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the full development, validation, and optimization of assembly processes for prototype and production programs.

- Define and implement end-to-end manufacturing workflows, including fabrication, and additive manufacturing.

- Work with Suppliers to optimize their manufacturing workflows and processes to lower costs

- Bring top notch expertise in 3D Printing strategies to make decisions on using additive manufacturing techniques to lower BOM and Tooling costs.

- Drive DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing & Assembly) reviews with engineering teams.

- Develop and execute SKD (Semi-Knocked Down) and CKD (Completely Knocked Down) strategies including packaging, logistics, and reassembly processes.

- Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure manufacturing readiness, quality, and scalability.

- Create and maintain work instructions, tooling strategies, and process documentation.

- Approve manufacturing process SOPs, PFMEAs and Control Plans to achieve highest quality in production processes.

- Support prototype builds, pilot production, and ramp-up, resolving manufacturing and assembly issues both internally and at suppliers.

- Ensure compliance with regulatory, certification, and VIN-related requirements.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, supply chain, quality, and program management teams to achieve goals.

- Execute assigned responsibilities under the direction of the Vice President of PMO & Operations

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering (master’s preferred).

- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, assembly, or product industrialization of high-volume mobility products.

- Strong expertise in assembly line design, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.

- Deep demonstrable expertise in 3D printing technologies.

- Hands-on experience with SKD/CKD manufacturing models.

- Familiarity with automotive or RV industry standards.

- Proven experience in prototyping, pilot builds, and production ramp-ups supporting launches of volume products.

- Experience developing & implementing manufacturing process SOPs, process diagrams, visual aids, tooling plans, line balancing, continuous improvement strategies, etc.

- Ability to create and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and process documentation.

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Open to travel to supplier locations internationally to review manufacturing processes.

- Six Sigma experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with automotive certification and homologation processes.

- Knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks (DOT, NHTSA, CARB, etc.).

- Experience working with overseas manufacturing partners.

- Familiarity with PLM, CAD, and ERP systems.

Company Benefits:

- Generous employee stock options

- 401(k) – 1:1 company match up to 5%

- Vision, Dental, and Medical Insurance

- PTO and paid holidays

- Free office lunch

- Sponsorship for employment visa status

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Irvine near Spectrum, CA