Manufacturing Engineer – Capital - Pleasanton, CA

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer supports the development, improvement, and sustainment of manufacturing processes for CVAC 2.0, focusing on quality, efficiency, and scalability. This role collaborates cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to implement process improvements, support production, and transition new products and processes into manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support technical projects leading to new/improved processes for CVAC 2.0.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing Assemblers/Technicians, and other functional areas to design and develop processes to optimize robustness and flow, reduce costs and variability, and improve capability.
• Contribute to the design and development of manufacturing procedures, tooling, and fixtures that result in sufficient capacity to meet customer demand while also promoting product quality, process efficiency, and operator safety.
• Provide sustaining production line support including, but not limited to, implementing process improvements, troubleshooting equipment, and addressing operator inquiries.
• Create and update high-quality manufacturing process documentation and assure that processes and documentation follow established policies and procedures.
• Apply LEAN, Six Sigma, and other best practice tools and principles for day-to-day problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Aid in identifying equipment needs on the production floor and evaluate internal and external options for sourcing such equipment.
• Generate and modify component/assembly/equipment drawings using Solidworks.
• Support the execution of process and equipment validations (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Coordinate with external vendors as needed.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance by following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures.
• Communicate project status, schedule baselines, schedule issues, project risks, and major decisions across all company disciplines.
• Support product quality and support regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• 5+ years’ experience supporting medical device manufacturing.
• Experience with electronic components/assembly in the context of medical device capital equipment.

Who You Will Report To

The position reports to the Principal Manufacturing Engineer.

Work location

Pleasanton, CA

Travel

Up to 20%

Full time employment

Permanent position

What We Offer

• A competitive base salary range of $125,000 - $135,000 and variable incentive plan.
• Stock options – ownership and a stake in growing a mission-driven company.
• Employee benefits package that includes 401(k), healthcare insurance and paid vacation.

Company Culture

We are a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced, and fun team. You will work in a diverse work environment with experienced, proven leaders and have an opportunity to shape our company culture. You will experience constant learning and dynamic challenges to help you grow and be the best version of yourself.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Calyxo is deeply committed to fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are not only valued but also prioritized. We believe a diverse and inclusive community empowers us to act courageously, care deeply, and dream boldly to impact people in big ways. Calyxo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.