Manufacturing Engineer

Slip Robotics is a fast-growing team of innovators delivering cutting-edge robotic automation solutions. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will own and improve manufacturing processes for robotic products, driving the translation of product designs into scalable and efficient builds.

Requirements

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for robot assembly and production.
• Drive knowledge transfer from product design into manufacturing, ensuring designs are production-ready.
• Create clear work instructions and train production associates on robot build processes.
• Partner with Product Design, Supply Chain, and Finance to evaluate and execute make vs. buy decisions.
• Identify bottlenecks, improve throughput, and reduce cost and defects across manufacturing operations.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) from prototype through full-scale production.
• Hands-on experience in assembly manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record launching new products into production.
• Experience in large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Familiarity with machine shops and metal fabrication processes.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems (e.g., NetSuite or similar).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity in an early-stage robotics company
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision
• Permissive time off policy