Manufacturing Development Engineer​/Sr. Manufacturing Development Engineer

Overview

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and is expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector.

Join us to be part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

As an Additive Manufacturing (AM) Manufacturing Engineer or Senior AM Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to manufacturing engineering efforts across the development, build, and production lifecycle of advanced laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) and manufacturing systems. You will partner with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturability, improve build reliability, and ensure our capital equipment systems meet cost, quality, throughput, and production targets.

You will serve as the primary engineering support for multiple subsystems and support critical processes, tools, and workflows that scale us from prototype through production.

• Contribute to manufacturing engineering support across multiple LPBF subsystems (e.g., optics, recoater, gas flow, fluid systems) and/or advanced manufacturing modules.
• Develop and continuously improve comprehensive work instructions and standard operating procedures for internal and external manufacturing.
• Collaborate with design and R&D teams to enhance manufacturability at the component, assembly, and system level.
• Conduct design for manufacturing (DFM) analyses to reduce cost and improve cycle time.
• Support design changes through PLM, configurations, and change implementation.
• Refine manufacturing processes, including assembly, integration, and test operations.
• Design, evaluate, and optimize tooling, fixtures, and assembly jigs.
• Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities for manufacturing-related issues.
• Improve machine uptime by supporting preventive maintenance strategies.
• Partner with supply chain to bring up production lines, support sourcing activities, and resolve supplier technical issues.
• Contribute to associated and peripheral factory modules that complement the LPBF printer.
• Support the implementation and adoption of enterprise tools like PLM, ERP, and MES systems.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing documentation, process control, and product transitions.

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years (AM Manufacturing Engineer) or 5+ (Sr. AM Manufacturing Engineer) of experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing engineering, preferably in additive manufacturing, capital equipment, or low-volume/high-mix production environments.
• Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation.
• Demonstrated expertise in work instruction development, process documentation, and tooling design.
• Familiar with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and basic fabrication/assembly practices.
• Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter), ERP, and MES tools.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across engineering, production, and supply chain.
• Adaptable and effective in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Hands-on skills in basic fabrication or assembly.
• Ability to effectively operate and adapt in a fast-paced, open environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Experience with NX CAD and Teamcenter PLM.
• Exposure to LPBF additive manufacturing systems.
• Understanding of configuration management for complex assemblies.
• Background in supplier bring-up and technical issue resolution.
• Familiarity with factory layout design and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience working with MRP and MES systems.

This role is an on-site role at our Torrance office, manufacturing floor, and laboratory spaces.

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels Engineer (E04) - Senior Engineer (E05) as evaluated through our interview process.

• Manufacturing Engineer / E04: $106,000 - $145,750
• Sr. Manufacturing Engineer / E05: $122,400 - $168,300

Pay Range: $106,000 USD - $168,300 USD

• Holistic Compensation Package:
  Includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities.
• Wellness and Time Off:
  Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown. Paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: HMO and PPO options, life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Investment in Growth:
  Reimbursement opportunities for learning and…