Manufacturing Engineer

About BRINC:

At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 600 public safety agencies across America and the company has raised over $150M from investors, including Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, Mike Volpe, Alexandr Wang and more. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives.


About this Role:

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing new production techniques and ensuring the highest levels of quality and efficiency in our operations. This early career position requires strong technical knowledge, hands-on manufacturing skills and a proactive and structured approach to problem-solving. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop and improve manufacturing systems, while contributing to the delivery of innovative and reliable products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Implementation:
  
  • Translate design specifications into step-by-step manufacturing and test procedures utilized daily by technicians on the floor.
  • Collaborate with design and quality engineering to ensure production processes meet safety, quality and design standards.
  • Regularly audit and inspect processes to ensure desired outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide technical support and training to production staff.
• Process Optimization:
  
  • Utilize productivity metrics as well as technician feedback to refine manufacturing processes thereby improving efficiency and reducing cost.
  • Execute lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Participate in research and development efforts to integrate new technologies and materials into the manufacturing process.
  • Assist in prototyping and testing new drone designs.
• Equipment Management:
  
  • Select, install and maintain manufacturing equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics, or related field
• 1+ years experience in hardware/manufacturing environments, specifically related to building robust documentation for the build and validation of components, subsystems, and systems
• Familiarity with scaling manufacturing from NPI to mass production
• Experience with root cause analysis and process improvement techniques, such as Ishikawa diagrams and Kaizens
• Proficiency in Mechanical (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD) or Electrical (e.g. Altium, OrCAD) CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics, or related field
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing
• Experience with automation, robotics or Industry 4.0 technologies
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data analytics tools for production planning and monitoring
• Knowledge of GD&T fundamentals

BRINC Culture Values:

• Try the hard stuff
• Be innovative - Invent the future
• Move fast
• Listen to end-users
• Strive for excellence
• Don't build a dystopia
• Be frugal
• Save lives through technology

If you're interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you'll apply. We'd love to review your application and get to know more about you!

BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We're committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.

Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
• 401K plan
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
• Flexible work environment
• Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
• Free parking (Seattle office)
• Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)