Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer
Denver, CO On-site
$170,000–$220,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
As a Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer , you will be responsible for developing automated equipment and manufacturing processes that enable reliable, repeatable production at increasing volumes. You will take ownership of automated manufacturing projects from concept through deployment, working closely with mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, facilities, and systems engineering partners. This role requires a hands-on engineer who is comfortable moving between design, prototyping, implementation, and troubleshooting in a fast-moving development environment. This position offers the opportunity to significantly influence manufacturing capability, throughput, and system reliability across multiple hardware platforms critical to fusion energy development.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- 7+ years of experience in production line development
- Demonstrated experience integrating industrial robotic systems
- Experience delivering manufacturing robotics or capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning, with proficiency using tools such as Jira or equivalent project tracking systems
- Background in manufacturing optimization using Lean principles, Six Sigma tools, and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Experience integrating machine vision systems, sensors, and closed-loop feedback for precision automation
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop technical specifications and collaborate effectively across disciplines
- Candidates may be considered for other positions at Xcimer Energy, and our actual base salary will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
- The range is published in accordance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and California Equal Pay Act.