Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing EngineerVecna Robotics is an intelligent, flexible material handling automation company that keeps goods moving. With award-winning technology engineered for uninterrupted work between autonomous mobile robots, labor, and systems, we make business go. As a company, we are driven by the vision of an efficient global supply chain where robots do the dirty work and people do the human work. Vecna Robotics is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the scaling of technically complex autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This is a hands-on engineering role with direct involvement in improving manufacturability, increasing process efficiency, and supporting the transition of products from design to scalable production. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in supporting both legacy and new product builds, ensuring the highest levels of quality, safety, and cost-efficiency. The ideal candidate is technically rigorous, detail-oriented, and confident working cross-functionally to solve complex manufacturing challenges. This is a full-time, salaried position based in Waltham, MA reporting to the Director of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies or search firms for this position.In this role, you will:Lead design-for-manufacturing (DFM) efforts and ensure a smooth transition from R&D to production.Run product cost reduction initiatives across assigned products, with accountability for BOM cost, labor and test cost, and total unit cost improvementsOwn and improve production processes, procedures, documentation (work instructions, SOPs) and training plans internally and collaboratively with contract manufacturers.Develop and implement test jigs, fixtures, and process improvements to improve scalability, quality, and safety.Participate in BOM development, PFMEAs, and risk assessments as part of cross-functional design reviews.Collaborate cross functionally to perform root cause analysis on issues related to yield, scrap, and rework; drive corrective and preventative actions.Support and occasionally lead MRB/NCMR investigations and drive follow-up actions with vendors or internal teams.Provide hands-on support to production, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and develop scalable solutions.Interface with contract manufacturers and vendors regularly for both quality and manufacturing improvements as well as for NPI support.Contribute to training of assemblers and technicians on updated builds and processes.Local travel required up to 20% to vendor locations.What we are looking for:BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field5-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering for electromechanical or robotics systemsStrong experience with DFM and NPIExperience working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliersProficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) and familiarity with ERP/PLM systems (e.g., Empower)Hands-on experience on the production floor, including process development and troubleshootingExperience designing and implementing assembly processes, fixtures, or test systemsFamiliarity with lean manufacturing principles, yield improvement, and waste reductionStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to perform trade studies and cost analysesExcellent communication and ability to influence cross-functional teamsAdditional Information:Based in Waltham, MAApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.Travel up to 20% to supplier and manufacturing partner sitesWe are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage and celebrate diversity.