Senior Manufacturing Specialist (Weekend 6am-6pm)

About the role

Bloom Energy is pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. Our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies deliver energy abundance for all, with over 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Specialist to serve as the primary manufacturing operations leader for assigned production areas, providing hands-on technical leadership, production support, and manufacturing process ownership.

This role acts as the de facto manufacturing engineering representative on the factory floor, driving process stability, resolving complex production issues, supporting operators and supervisors, and ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. The Senior Manufacturing Specialist is the first point of contact for manufacturing-related challenges, leading issue resolution efforts, coordinating cross-functional support, and serving as the single-threaded manufacturing support lead during critical production situations.

This is a fully on-site role based in Newark, DE, reporting to the Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary manufacturing support lead for designated production lines or value streams.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to operators, team leads, and supervisors on manufacturing-related issues.
• Provide direct hands-on process support to manufacturing lines to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
• Support recovery plans and drive execution to minimize downtime and maximize production output.
• Promote consistency and repeatability across lines, shifts, and production teams.
• Develop practical containment actions while driving permanent corrective solutions.
• Provide concise and actionable turnover reports that enable seamless continuation of troubleshooting and recovery activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-4 years of related experience in a high-complexity production environment; welding experience is preferred.
• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Computer systems knowledge including proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing, assembly operations, or production environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated success resolving production issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret designs to fixtures and tools preferred.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing methods and TIG welding techniques preferred.
• Highly motivated self-starter, capable of self-management with little to no oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and tact needed to interact with all levels in the plant.

Physical Requirements

• Flexibility to work on any of the shifts, or in any area of the plant, based on production needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods on solid surfaces.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment in designated areas.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

Schedule

Weekend Shift hours: Friday - Sunday, 6AM-6PM.

Pay

Salary Range: $74,600.00 - $107,400.00.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with a large employer contribution.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Generous mental health support services.
• Legal services.
• Virtual physical therapy access.
• Fertility & family forming benefits.