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Kanak Elite Services Inc

Azure Data Engineer

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Azure Data Factory Engineer/Developer with strong PostgreSQL knowledge to design, develop, and maintain data pipelines for extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data ...

Nestle

Factory Engineering Manager

Allentown, PA

$120K - $165K/yr

Position Summary As the Factory Engineering Manager for our Allentown factory, you'll support, lead and develop a team of engineers who oversee mechanical, electrical, industrial, environmental and ...

Vista Equity Partners Management

$105/hr

You will work directly with the Factory engineering team and portfolio company stakeholders, with significant exposure to senior Vista and portfolio leadership. This is a hands-on role that combines ...

Reframe Systems

Director of Factory Engineering

Andover, MA · On-site

$175K - $190K/yr

You treat the factory itself as the product: a complex system of interacting subsystems, competing ... You likely started as a Principal Mechanical Engineer and moved into leadership because you enjoy ...

JHTNA Manufacturing LLC

Project Engineer

Sturtevant, WI · On-site

Description As a Project Engineer, you'll serve as the engineering lead and primary liaison between Product Marketing and Factory Manufacturing teams. You'll lead multiple projects through the full ...

SK AX USA Inc

Factory Automation Engineer

Duluth, GA · On-site

Factory Automation Engineer ???? Location: Savannah, GA | Kentucky | Tennessee ???? Job Type: Full-Time ✈️ Travel: Business trips may be required per customer request (regional U.S. sites)

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How much do factory engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for factory engineer in the United States is $116,324.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Factory Engineer do?

A Factory Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the systems and processes used in manufacturing facilities. They work to optimize production efficiency, ensure equipment reliability, and improve safety standards. Factory Engineers often collaborate with other engineers and technicians to troubleshoot issues, develop new manufacturing strategies, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Their role is essential for minimizing downtime, reducing costs, and ensuring the overall productivity of the factory.

What are some common challenges Factory Engineers face when implementing new manufacturing technologies?

Factory Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies with legacy equipment, minimizing production downtime during installation, and ensuring team members are adequately trained on new systems. They also need to coordinate closely with production, maintenance, and quality control teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize workflows. Effective communication and project management skills are essential to navigate these challenges and drive continuous improvement.

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

To thrive as a Factory Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or industrial engineering, process optimization, and problem-solving, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, PLC programming, Lean manufacturing techniques, and safety regulations is often required, and certifications like Six Sigma can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and adaptability help Factory Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement. These skills ensure efficient production, equipment reliability, and workplace safety in a manufacturing environment.
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Infographic showing various Factory Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,324 per year, or $55.9 per hour.
Factory Software Engineer (Starlink)

Factory Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 61 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
FACTORY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)
Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. Users can get online within minutes almost anywhere on the world. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of consumer kits. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.
As a Factory Software Engineer, you will be solving challenges such as:
  • Writing software that runs both on our servers and products during the manufacturing process
  • Creating infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of new software to the factory with minimal downtime
  • Debugging software and hardware issues to improve factory output

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work with the Starlink factory engineering teams to manufacture devices in-house
  • Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
  • Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant systems that operate for long periods of time with minimal intervention
  • Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
  • Bringup and maintain servers and networking for use in the factory
  • Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)
  • Development experience in Python, Golang, C++, or Rust

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, radio frequency
  • Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
  • Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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