Manufacturing Engineer

Description

The Staff Manufacturing Engineer will play a pivotal, hands‑on role in developing, refining, and elevating Vuzix’s manufacturing operations. This includes deep engagement with production processes, active participation in the design and development of custom machinery and tooling, and close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to diagnose and resolve challenges related to materials, workflow efficiency, equipment performance, and overall product manufacturing. Apply structured problem‑solving and data‑driven analysis to troubleshoot complex assembly issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions aimed at reducing defects and strengthening process robustness.

This position will also support the functions of the WG Engineering Department to meet the requirements of the relevant ISO 9001:2015 standards based on the quality objectives established by Top Management.

• Design, refine, and optimize manufacturing and assembly processes, transforming bills of materials into high‑quality finished products while ensuring repeatability, robustness, and efficiency.
• Leverage data analysis, validation methods, and advanced inspection techniques to identify variation, drive measurable process improvements, and enhance product quality.
• Develop innovative tooling and fixturing solutions that support assembly operations, streamline workflow, and improve overall process capability and throughput.
• Document and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) using structured problem‑solving methodologies to address root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Create, validate, and continuously improve assembly work instructions, ensuring they are clear, accurate, visually effective, and aligned with best manufacturing practices.
• Support daily production floor needs while also contributing to longer‑term engineering development initiatives, balancing immediate priorities with strategic improvements.
• Apply waste‑reduction principles and productivity‑enhancement methods, such as lean manufacturing tools, to improve flow, minimize non‑value‑added activities, and strengthen operational performance.
• Meets required ISO 9001:2015 standards and necessary training based on the relevant Quality Objectives.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Written Communication – Read and interpret written information effectively, write clearly and concisely, adapt writing style for different audiences.
• Verbal Communication – Give focused attention to what others are saying, take time to understand what and respond when appropriate without interrupting, speak clearly and effectively express ideas and opinions, adapt and react professionally in both positive and negative situations.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Balance team and individual responsibilities, consider others’ views objectively and with openness to changing your own, give and encourage feedback, contribute to a positive team dynamic, prioritize team success over personal interests, work effectively across departments toward company goals.
• Professionalism – Interact with others in a considerate manner, follow through on commitments, react well under pressure and preserve confidentiality, control emotions, and accept responsibility, maintain focus on solutions and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Motivation & Initiative – Demonstrate persistence and ability to adapt to changes in daily workflow and overcome obstacles, ask for and offer help when needed, work independently when required, volunteer readily and look for ways to improve and create successful outcomes, positively contribute to overall work environment.
• Respect & Integrity – Treat people with respect, work ethically and with honesty and integrity, inspire the trust of others, demonstrate appreciation and sensitivity for cultural differences, help promote inclusion and understanding of the value of diversity, embrace differences and support a harassment‑free environment.

• Bachelor’…