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Vital Lyfe

Manufacturing Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Own continuous-improvement efforts: reduce cost, increase throughput, improve reliability and uptime in a fast-moving hardware startup environment. * Collaborate with procurement, quality, test ...

Atomicsemi

Hardware Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120 - $185/hr

Firmware development Working at Atomic Semi We're an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA. Compensation Atomic Semi is ...

UnternehmerTUM GmbH

$69.66 - $92.88/hr

B. in einem Hardware-Startup, einer Venture-Capital-Gesellschaft, einem Accelerator/Incubator, in einer technologieorientierten Strategieberatung oder in einer relevanten Industrie (Space, Robotics ...

GITAI

Electrical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

GITAI is an early-stage hardware startup. Requirements will change, interfaces will move, and the clean answer on paper will often fail in integration. This role is for someone who can make practical ...

htseng

Senior Building Controls Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

Startup and commission new hardware installations * Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers * Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as ...

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Clera

Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role This is a hands-on, generalist engineering role at an early-stage AI consumer hardware startup, where you'll own the app experience end-to-end across iOS, Apple Watch, and Mac - plus ...

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Clera

Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role This is a hands-on, generalist engineering role at an early-stage AI consumer hardware startup, where you'll own the app experience end-to-end across iOS, Apple Watch, and Mac -- plus ...

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How much do hardware startup jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for hardware startup in the United States is $24.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hardware startup?

A hardware startup is a company focused on designing, developing, and bringing to market physical products or devices that typically incorporate electronics, mechanics, or related technologies. These startups often work on innovative consumer gadgets, industrial equipment, or connected devices (IoT). The process usually involves prototyping, manufacturing, and scaling production, which can present unique challenges compared to purely software-based startups. Hardware startups require expertise in product design, engineering, supply chain management, and may need significant capital for manufacturing and distribution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hardware startup founder?

To thrive as a Hardware Startup Founder, you need a solid background in engineering, product development, and business strategy, often supported by relevant degrees or entrepreneurial experience. Familiarity with CAD software, rapid prototyping tools, supply chain management systems, and fundraising platforms is typically essential. Leadership, resilience, and effective communication are standout soft skills for successfully guiding teams and building partnerships. These competencies are crucial for navigating technical challenges, attracting investment, and bringing innovative hardware products to market.

What are some common challenges faced by team members working at a hardware startup, and how can they be addressed?

Team members at hardware startups often encounter challenges such as tight development timelines, limited resources, and the need to iterate quickly on physical prototypes. Collaboration between engineers, designers, and supply chain specialists is essential to ensure that the product moves efficiently from concept to production. Open communication, flexibility, and a willingness to take on varied responsibilities are key to overcoming these challenges and driving the company’s success.

What is the difference between Hardware Startup vs Hardware Engineer?

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Hardware Startup professionals focus on developing new hardware products from concept to prototype, often working in small teams or startups with a flexible environment. Hardware Engineers typically work within established companies, focusing on designing, testing, and maintaining hardware components. Both roles require technical skills in electronics and engineering, but Hardware Startups emphasize innovation and product development, while Hardware Engineers prioritize reliability and manufacturing processes.

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Infographic showing various Hardware Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,154 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Manufacturing Engineer

Vital Lyfe

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Vital Lyfe
Vital Lyfe is a tech company redefining water autonomy through innovation - creating a new category of personal water-making technology built to scale where infrastructure can't.
What You'll Do
  • Design, develop and optimize manufacturing processes and production lines for our desalination systems-from first builds through high-rate production.
  • Lead DFM/DFA initiatives: tooling, fixtures, robot end-effectors, conveyors, automation programming, control systems.
  • Work cross-functionally to select equipment, define cycle-times, yield targets, cost-per-unit, quality metrics.
  • Develop work instructions, process flows, layout designs; implement and validate manufacturing methods for new systems.
  • Own continuous-improvement efforts: reduce cost, increase throughput, improve reliability and uptime in a fast-moving hardware startup environment.
  • Collaborate with procurement, quality, test, integration teams and external vendors/suppliers to ensure smooth scale-up & ramp-out of manufacturing.

What We're Looking For
Required:
  • Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or equivalent).
  • 2+ years professional experience in manufacturing engineering, process development or production optimization (including internships).
  • Strong CAD (SolidWorks / other) experience and familiarity with manufacturing automation, tooling & fixture design.
  • Hands-on mindset: comfortable designing the process and also working with operators & equipment to validate and refine.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, ability to operate in ambiguous/higher-growth environment, clear communicator across teams.

Preferred:
  • Experience in consumer hardware production, or systems with high-volume manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of pumps, valves, pressure vessels, fluid systems or broadly mechanical-hardware manufacturing.
  • Experience with automation programming, conveyors, robotics, fluid/pressure equipment.
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical process control (SPC).
  • Experience in a hardware startup or mission-driven organization.

Physical Job Requirements - Essential Functions
  • Hands on work on development hardware.
  • Long periods of standing, crouching, walking.
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Vital Lyfe?
  • Work on high-impact problems with global relevance
  • Help scale breakthrough technology in water security and climate resilience
  • Early ownership in a high-growth, engineering-led startup
  • Join a tight-knit, mission-driven team in a fast-paced environment
  • Build long-term career equity as we grow

Location Requirement: Ability to work 100% onsite in Torrance, CA (remote or hybrid work will not be considered)
Vital Lyfe is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vital Lyfe 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.

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