Harbinger is hiring: Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Vallejo

Description Summary Harbinger Production, Inc is an innovative manufacturing company specializing in industrialized, stick‑framed multi‑family housing. We utilize advanced techniques to streamline construction processes, reduce costs, and prioritize sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value diversity and promote a collaborative work environment. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer (SME) is a project‑based leadership role within Harbinger’s Architecture and Engineering team. The SME is the primary A&E project delivery lead from early feasibility through fabrication and delivery. This includes owning the fabrication model and documentation output, coordinating design efforts across internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring alignment between design deliverables and manufacturing execution. The role also includes mentoring junior staff, contributing to innovation initiatives, and maintaining Harbinger’s standards for quality, efficiency, and cross‑functional collaboration across all assigned projects. Responsibilities Modeling and Documentation Serve as the primary owner of the fabrication model, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with production requirements. Lead the generation, quality control, and timely output of production documentation. Maintain and enforce standards for drawing quality and consistency. Manage project test fits and participate in feasibility studies for pre‑contract opportunities. Coordination and Design Management Act as the primary project liaison for design coordination with internal teams and external consultants. Assist Project Management in project integration with all stakeholders, ensuring alignment across design, manufacturing, and construction. Participate in project value engineering exercises contributing holistic modular design and manufacturing experience. Required working knowledge of construction and supply agreements and associated exhibits in order to assist project management in identification of risks, scope gaps, and schedule discrepancies. Coordinate with Innovation and Operations teams to facilitate accurate and complete Bill of Materials creation. Schedule and Project Management Track and report on project A&E deliverables and fabrication readiness to internal stakeholders. Collaborate with Project Management to align design data output content, format, and timing with project delivery milestones. Walk the manufacturing floor regularly to review progress, identify risks, and ensure compliance with project documentation. Mentorship and Technical Leadership Mentor junior team members in Harbinger’s DfMA practices, BIM standards, and documentation protocols. Support onboarding, training, and skill development for junior A&E staff. Innovation and R&D Contribute to product and process R&D initiatives, including A&E operational initiatives, structured data workflow design, HPI BIM environment development, and HPI design standards development. Champion and support the implementation of A&E and HPI operational initiatives across project teams and junior A&E staff. Partner with Innovation and Operations teams to advance Harbinger’s digital fabrication and data integration capabilities. Requirements Experience & Expertise 7+ years of experience in architectural or engineering roles within modular or offsite construction. Expert proficiency in Revit modeling and BIM coordination workflows. Strong understanding of DfMA principles and modular design constraints. Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to manage complex design projects and lead cross‑functional coordination efforts. Demonstrated ability to manage a project schedule, identifying milestones and risks. Knowledge of California building codes and HCD submittal processes. Experience mentoring junior staff or leading small technical teams. Familiarity with offsite construction product platforms, manufacturing systems, and project delivery models. Leadership Skills Strong technical leadership abilities and project management experience. Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and technical presentations. Proven ability to influence and drive results through technical expertise. Preferred Qualifications Strong technical leadership abilities and project management experience. Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and technical presentations. Proven ability to influence and drive results through technical expertise. Work Environment Primary Location: This is a full‑time onsite role at the Vallejo, CA manufacturing facility with regular production floor presence. Travel: Some travel required for site visits, supplier visits, and training. Physical Demands: Office environment with regular production floor engagement for technical oversight. Harbinger Production, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. All employment decisions at Harbinger Production, Inc are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Harbinger Production, Inc will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr