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Reframe Systems

DFMA Engineer

Andover, MA · On-site

The DFMA Project Engineer is the person who makes sure what we design is what our factory can build, and that the people building it have everything they need. You will be embedded with our Design ...

AtmosZero

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Loveland, CO · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Lead DFMA for boilers, steam systems, and heat pumps * Optimize designs for fabrication, assembly, and serviceability * Oversee pilot builds, validation, and manufacturing readiness Enable Production ...

Steinway Inc

Mechanical Engineer

Astoria, NY

$85K - $110K/yr

This hands-on role combines mechanical and manufacturing engineering expertise with deep knowledge of piano craftsmanship, finishing, acoustics, and process optimization (Lean/DFMA). The successful ...

Steinway Inc

Mechanical Engineer

Astoria, NY · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

This hands-on role combines mechanical and manufacturing engineering expertise with deep knowledge of piano craftsmanship, finishing, acoustics, and process optimization (Lean/DFMA). The successful ...

Hikinex

Manufacturing Engineer - Effectors

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

Lead DFMA reviews throughout concept development, design reviews, prototyping, and production readiness phases * Influence hardware designs for manufacturability, scalability, cost efficiency, and ...

CHAOS Industries

Industrial Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$74K - $100K/yr

Embed DFMA and producibility rigor into radar product development. * Quantify design decisions in terms of rate, yield, labor content, capital efficiency, and throughput. * Own manufacturing system ...

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How much do dfma jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for dfma in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by DFMA engineers when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

DFMA (Design for Manufacturability and Assembly) engineers often work closely with design, production, and quality teams to optimize product designs for efficient manufacturing and assembly. A common challenge is balancing innovative design ideas with practical manufacturing constraints, which requires effective communication and compromise. DFMA engineers may also encounter resistance to design changes from other departments or need to address cost concerns while maintaining product quality. Strong collaboration skills and a solutions-oriented mindset are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring project success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DFMA engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DFMA Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering or a related field, along with expertise in manufacturing processes and product design principles. Proficiency in CAD software, DFMA analysis tools like Boothroyd Dewhurst, and knowledge of industry standards are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset help you work across design and production teams. These skills and qualities ensure products are designed efficiently for cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing and assembly.

What is DFMA?

DFMA stands for Design for Manufacturability and Assembly. It is a set of engineering principles and methodologies aimed at designing products in such a way that they are easier, more cost-effective, and more efficient to manufacture and assemble. By considering manufacturing and assembly issues early in the design process, companies can reduce production costs, improve quality, and speed up time to market. DFMA helps identify potential problems before they occur in production, enabling better collaboration between design and manufacturing teams.

How to become a Dfma engineer?

A Dfma (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) engineer typically needs a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Relevant skills include knowledge of manufacturing processes, CAD software, and problem-solving abilities; certifications in project management or manufacturing can also be beneficial. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level engineering roles helps develop practical expertise in design optimization for manufacturing efficiency.

What is the difference between Dfma vs Manufacturing Engineer?

AspectDfmaManufacturing Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree, knowledge of design and manufacturing processesRequires engineering degree, expertise in production, process optimization
Work EnvironmentDesign-focused, collaborative with design and manufacturing teamsProduction floor, process improvement, project management
Industry UsageUsed in product design, development, and manufacturing planningInvolved in manufacturing process setup, troubleshooting, and efficiency

While Dfma (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) focuses on designing products for ease of manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineers implement and optimize manufacturing processes. Both roles require engineering knowledge and collaborate closely, but Dfma emphasizes design considerations, whereas Manufacturing Engineers focus on production execution and process improvements.

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Technical Director, DfMA and Construction Innovation

WSP

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a highly accomplished Technical Director, DfMA and Construction Innovation to lead the development and delivery of innovative Kit of Parts solutions across major complex building programs. This individual will play a key role in advancing product-based design methodologies, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), and industrialized construction approaches that support scalable, repeatable delivery models.
The successful candidate will possess extensive experience delivering projects across multiple sectors, including data centers, aviation, rail, and nuclear, and will be passionate about transforming the construction industry through manufacturing-led design principles, digital innovation, and programmatic project delivery.
Your Impact
Technical Leadership
  • Provide strategic and technical leadership for multi-disciplinary KoP design and delivery across large-scale, complex programs.
  • Serve as a recognized subject matter expert in modern methods of construction, DfMA, and industrialized delivery approaches.
  • Establish design standards, technical governance, and quality assurance processes for project execution.
  • Guide multidisciplinary teams through all project phases from concept through construction.

Productization & Platform Design
  • Develop and implement kit-of-parts methodologies to enable repeatable, scalable project delivery.
  • Lead the adoption of product-driven design strategies that improve consistency, efficiency, quality, and program outcomes.
  • Define modular architectural systems suitable for deployment across multiple projects and geographies.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, digital delivery, and construction teams to optimize product-based solutions.

Digital Design & Technology
  • Champion the use of digital tools and workflows that support product development and design automation.
  • Drive adoption and integration of:
    • Autodesk Revit
    • Autodesk Inventor
    • Autodesk Vault
    • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
    • Design configurators
    • Digital catalog and product libraries
  • Promote BIM, digital twins, and data-driven decision-making throughout project delivery.

Program & Client Leadership
  • Lead major commissions and programmatic frameworks across the full spectrum of sectors, including data centers, industrial, aviation, rail, and nuclear sectors.
  • Build trusted relationships with key clients and industry partners.
  • Support business development activities, pursuit strategies, and proposal preparation.
  • Identify opportunities to improve project performance through standardization and productization.

Innovation & Industry Advancement
  • Act as a champion for the transition from traditional construction practices toward manufacturing-led delivery models.
  • Monitor emerging technologies, market trends, and industry innovations.
  • Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, industry forums, and client-facing presentations.
  • Support the continuous evolution of WSP's digital and industrialized construction capabilities.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 12+ years of experience in an Architectural role or related discipline.
  • Significant facility design and delivery experience within the built environment industry.
  • Proven experience delivering projects in one or more of the following sectors:
    • Data Centers
    • Aviation
    • Rail
    • Industrial
    • Nuclear
  • Demonstrated success implementing DfMA methodologies on large, complex, or programmatic projects.
  • Experience developing modular design systems and kit-of-parts solutions.
  • Track record leading multidisciplinary teams and large project portfolios.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA)
    • Industrialized construction
    • Modular design
    • Product-based design methodologies
    • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
    • Design configurators
    • Digital product catalogues

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Essential professional licensure/certification.
  • Advanced proficiency with architectural principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
  • Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing-led construction programs at scale.
  • Exposure to digital engineering, automation, or design configurator development.
  • Experience working within highly regulated environments such as nuclear or transportation infrastructure.
  • Active involvement in industry organizations related to DfMA, modular construction, or digital design.
  • Licensed Architect/Registered Architect (RA, RIBA, or equivalent professional accreditation) or Professional Engineer.

WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (all locations): $145,400-$259,100
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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