Production Engineer
$55,000–$70,000 year
On-siteCharlottesville, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Contribute to production builds by assembling components and sub-systems, coordinating machine shop operations including 3D printer setup and troubleshooting, and design, fabricate, and assemble test fixtures. Perform soldering tasks for electromechanical assemblies, execute product testing while documenting results, and participate in engineering meetings to report progress. Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to support product development and maintain a safe machine shop environment. This temporary role continues through September 2026 with a potential extension based on business needs. Applicants must be local to Charlottesville, VA or willing to relocate at their own expense, and must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field (recently completed or expected)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical challenges
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and test equipment
- Applicants must be local to the Charlottesville, VA area or willing to relocate at their own expense by the anticipated start date
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship
Desired Qualifications
- Experience operating machine shop equipment (e.g., mills, lathes, saws) is preferred
- Experience with 3D printing and soldering is preferred
- Experience with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Onshape, Fusion360) is preferred
- Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, EAGLE) is a plus
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