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IT8

Robot Programmer

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Mexico, with availability for temporary relocation toUSA We are a leading engineering company ... Proficiency in Fanuc and/or KUKA robot programming * 6+ years of experience in the automotive ...

W3Global Inc.

Automotive Technician

Odessa, TX · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

... and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more. We're proud of the ... We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any ...

IT8

Robot Programmer

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Mexico, with availability for temporary relocation to USA We are a leading engineering company ... Proficiency in Fanuc and/or KUKA robot programming * 6+ years of experience in the automotive ...

IT8

Robot Programmer

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Mexico, with availability for temporary relocation toUSA We are a leading engineering company ... Proficiency in Fanuc and/or KUKA robot programming * 6+ years of experience in the automotive ...

ENNOVI

Quality Engineer (Temporary)

Northvale, NJ · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

Job Summary The Quality Engineer (Temporary) will work for ENNOVI on site at its Northvale, NJ ... Automotive experience * IATF16949 Knowledge * Manufacturing process experience * Knowledge in GD&T

ENNOVI

Quality Engineer (Temporary)

Northvale, NJ · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

Job Summary The Quality Engineer (Temporary) will work for ENNOVI on site at its Northvale, NJ ... Automotive experience * IATF16949 Knowledge * Manufacturing process experience * Knowledge in GD&T

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Georgetown, KY · On-site

$40 - $48/hr

... programming, Allen-bradley, controls engineering, fanuc, Plc troubleshooting, automotive ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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Staff Engineer, Ground Vehicle Advance Manufacturing (R5186)

Staff Engineer, Ground Vehicle Advance Manufacturing (R5186)

Shield AI

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Job Description:

We are seeking a Staff Ground Vehicle Advance  uyoiypoiManufacturing Engineer to support the development and production of advanced ground mobility and vehicle systems. This role focuses on mechanical and integrated systems including chassis, suspension, braking, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mobility platforms. 

The ideal candidate has strong experience in automotive, heavy vehicle, or defense vehicle manufacturing environments and is comfortable supporting both prototype and production operations. 

What you'll do:
  • Lead manufacturing engineering activities for vehicle and mobility systems  
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production flows for: 
  • Chassis and structural assemblies  
  • Suspension and braking systems  
  • Wheels, axles, and driveline components  
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems  
  • Trailer and mobility platforms  
  • Support vehicle integration, testing, and production readiness activities  
  • Partner with design engineering to improve manufacturability, reliability, testability, and producibility 
  • Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for manufacturing issues  
  • Develop work instructions, quality standards, and inspection methods  
  • Support supplier qualification, process validation, and production readiness reviews 
  • Lead DFM/DFA reviews and transition new products into manufacturing 
  • Define manufacturing standards, process controls, and acceptance criteria 
  • Support failure analysis and reliability improvement initiatives 
  • Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, and test engineering teams 
  • Mentor junior manufacturing engineers 
Tools & skills:
  • MES & QMS systems
  • 3DEXPERIENCE / Teamcenter (PLM) systems
  • Supplier manufacturing processes
  • 5S/visual management
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Required qualifications:
  • 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in automotive, mobility, heavy equipment, or defense vehicle systems 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field 
  • Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment. 
  • Experience with:  
  • Vehicle integration and assembly  
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics  
  • Chassis and braking systems  
  • Mechanical production systems 
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities. 
  • Knowledge of manufacturing process development and production scaling  
  • Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles  
  • Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies  
Preferred qualifications:
  • Automotive OEM, defense vehicle, or off-road vehicle experience  
  • Experience supporting prototype-to-production transitions  
  • Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and structural assembly processes  
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and production optimization 
  • Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis 
  • Strong project management skills, including experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines 
  • Knowledge of quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001 
  • Proficiency in CAD software
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
 
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
 
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
 
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.