Production Engineer

Overview

Half the world still doesn't have stable Internet – want to play a critical role in changing that? Beamlink builds entire cellular networks in a matter of weeks, not years. These are built of easy-to-set-up cells, called Bentocells, which address the historic bottleneck preventing carriers from expanding beyond cities. Our dynamic engineering team designs these in-house along with the firmware, software, and network architectures that make them run.

Role Description

We are looking for a Production Engineer to join our team full-time. You will own the production pipeline for the Bentocell — from PCB ordering and international part manufacturing to inventory management — and play a central role in scaling our hardware from prototype to mass production.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end PCB ordering, including working with domestic and international contract manufacturers (CMs) and PCB fabrication houses to meet cost, quality, and lead time targets
• Manage part manufacturing relationships with suppliers across Asia and other international regions, coordinating production schedules, quality requirements, and delivery timelines
• Drive second sourcing initiatives for critical components to reduce supply chain risk and ensure continuity of supply
• Identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks to keep production and prototyping timelines on track
• Set up and maintain a basic inventory management system, establishing processes for tracking stock levels, reorder points, and part availability
• Manage and maintain BOMs, part records, and engineering change orders in our PLM tool (Duro), collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure data accuracy across the supply chain
• Cover incoming inspection and work with the team to resolve part quality issues
• Support technicians to ensure 100% quality off the line
• Attend and participate in design reviews, providing production and manufacturability input

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or supply chain engineering role
• Hands-on experience managing PCB orders and working with electronics contract manufacturers
• Experience sourcing and managing suppliers internationally, particularly in Asia (e.g., China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia)
• Familiarity with second sourcing strategies and approved vendor list (AVL) management
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and PCB fabrication/assembly specifications
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing parts, documentation, and supplier relationships
• Experience working within a PLM or ERP system for BOM and parts management
• Experience with the supplier qualification process

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with Duro or a similar cloud-based PLM tool
• Experience setting up or improving inventory management processes in an early-stage or scaling hardware company
• Familiarity with IPC standards and PCB assembly quality requirements
• Familiarity with flying probe, X-Ray, and CT scan testing
• Exposure to DFM (Design for Manufacturability) reviews and working cross-functionally with mechanical and electrical engineering teams
• Experience with customs, freight forwarding, or import/export logistics for international shipments
• Ability to travel internationally and attend Zoom meetings in different time zones

Skills

Direct experience with Duro or a similar cloud-based PLM tool

Experience setting up or improving inventory management processes in an early-stage or scaling hardware company

Familiarity with IPC standards and PCB assembly quality requirements

Familiarity with flying probe, X-Ray, and CT scan testing

Exposure to DFM (Design for Manufacturability) reviews and working cross-functionally with mechanical and electrical engineering teams

Experience with customs, freight forwarding, or import/export logistics for international shipments

Benefits

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Stock options

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (free)

Life and Disability Insurance (free)

401k benefits

Flexible work schedule, including the ability to work from home on certain days

Unlimited paid time off

Additional commuter stipend if Uber/Lyft is required to reach the office

Opportunity for growth as the company and production function scale