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Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in California

Onsite The Principal Advanced Operations Engineer - Technical Lead is a senior technical leader ... As the primary manufacturing and operations engineering authority within R&D, this role leads cross ...

Onsite The Principal Advanced Operations Engineer - Technical Lead is a senior technical leader ... As the primary manufacturing and operations engineering authority within R&D, this role leads cross ...

Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex ...

... in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience * 8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries. * Hands-on experience with advanced ...

Description The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge manufacturing processes for Apple's next-generation Audio products. This role requires ...

Product Engineering Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods ...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Cupertino, CA ยท On-site

$133K - $246K/yr

Product Engineering - Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods ...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Cupertino, CA ยท On-site

$133K - $246K/yr

Product Engineering Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods ...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Cupertino, CA ยท On-site

$133K - $246K/yr

Product Engineering - Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods ...

Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. * Experience using JMP to analyze manufacturing process performance. * Ability to troubleshoot process and product ...

... Manufacturing Operations experience desired Proven track record of cost reduction, project management and engineering design required Working knowledge of GD&T principles favorable NX, SolidWorks CAD ...

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What is the difference between Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer vs Manufacturing Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Advanced Manufacturing EngineerManufacturing Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, extensive experience in manufacturing processesBachelor's in Engineering or related field, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentDesigning and optimizing manufacturing processes, leading projectsSupporting production lines, troubleshooting manufacturing issues
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in high-tech, aerospace, automotive industries for senior technical rolesCommon across manufacturing sectors for operational roles

The Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer typically holds more experience and leads complex projects, focusing on process innovation and optimization. Manufacturing Engineers support daily production activities, troubleshooting, and process improvements. Both roles require engineering credentials, but the Principal role involves higher-level strategic responsibilities.

What cities in California are hiring for Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer jobs?

Cities in California with the most Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

Principal Engineer- Advanced Operations

Irvine, CA โ€ข On-site

Stryker Group
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$135K - $226K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

The Principal Advanced Operations Engineer - Technical Lead is a senior technical leader responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, process development, technology transfer, and operational readiness for new product launches. As the primary manufacturing and operations engineering authority within R&D, this role leads cross-functional initiatives to enhance manufacturability, improve operational performance, and accelerate commercialization. The position requires expertise in manufacturing engineering, process validation, lean manufacturing, automation, quality systems, and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the technical lead for advanced manufacturing and operations engineering initiatives supporting new product development, implementation, and commercialization.
  • Provide strategic direction for manufacturing process development, optimization, scale-up, operational readiness, and technology transfer to production.
  • Partner with R&D throughout the product development lifecycle to ensure manufacturability and scalability and drive engineering best practices through Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
  • Lead equipment qualification and process validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ execution.
  • Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and R&D to deliver successful product launches and process implementations.
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams, influence organizational stakeholders, and drive alignment on technical and operational decisions.
  • Provide technical expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, advanced manufacturing processes, automation, and process validation methodologies.
Qualifications: Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, operations, or new product implementation.
  • 5+ years leading complex technical projects and cross-functional teams.
Preferred:
  • Master's degree.
  • Experience in regulated industries.
  • Experience with process validation, equipment qualification, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience influencing both leaders and individual contributors cross functionally.

United States of America Pay Ranges:
  • US15: $135,700 - $226,200 USD Annual
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