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Manufacturing Engineer

Real, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Overview We are seeking a

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

with a strong mechanical and electromechanical background to lead sustaining manufacturing efforts for complex capital equipment. This role is primarily focused on

mechanical manufacturing , with exposure to

NPI

as a secondary function. The ideal candidate will be deeply involved in

failure analysis ,

process design , and

root cause investigations , particularly for

robotic systems

and

precision components .

Details

Location:

San Jose, CA

Duration:

12 Month Contract – multiyear project, plans to extend

Vacation Time:

13 days of PTO + 9 paid holidays

Base pay range $60.00/hr - $70.00/hr

This range is provided by Real. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Key Responsibilities

Lead sustaining engineering efforts for electromechanical capital equipment.

Own and optimize manufacturing processes for mechanical assemblies.

Collaborate with production teams to ensure manufacturability and operator-friendly processes.

Conduct detailed

failure analysis

using forensic tools (microscopy, lab testing, etc.).

Drive

Six Sigma

and statistical process control initiatives.

Develop and refine

DTX

(Design to eXcellence) strategies.

Interface with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, and Operations.

Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical Requirements

Strong understanding of

machine components : bearings, motors (stepper/brushless), linear rails, ball screws.

Experience with

harmonic drives ,

gearboxes , and

precision mechanical systems .

Hands-on experience in a

machine shop

or similar manufacturing environment.

Ability to design processes that account for operator variability and reduce failure rates.

Familiarity with

capital equipment assembly challenges

and component-level troubleshooting.

Proficiency in

Six Sigma , statistical analysis, and root cause methodologies.

Preferred Background

Experience in

robotics ,

bearing systems , and

precision electromechanical assemblies .

Proven track record of solving complex assembly issues and driving resolution independently.

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com

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