Manufacturing Engineer (Supply Chain) - Mechanical

About this role

Apptronik seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to serve as the technical authority on supplier manufacturing processes and production readiness for mechanical robot components. This hands-on role involves extensive supplier facility evaluations, process optimization, and qualification activities across machining, casting, and additive manufacturing to support scaling production of humanoid robots.

What you'll do

• Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities and processes for CNC machining, additive manufacturing, casting, and finishing operations through on-site assessments
• Own end-to-end new product introduction and supplier qualification from feasibility review through production ramp
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality escapes; analyze supplier metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Determine optimal manufacturing methods and critical process parameters for mechanical parts; define requirements for suppliers
• Review and approve supplier process documentation including control plans, PFMEAs, and work instructions
• Partner with procurement, design engineering, and production teams on sourcing decisions and supplier selection

What they're looking for

• CNC machining processes (milling, turning, multi-axis)
• Additive manufacturing (DMLS, SLM, SLS, FDM, MJF)
• Casting and forging processes
• Supplier quality management and problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)
• Manufacturing process control and capability analysis
• PPAP/FAI approval processes
• Cross-functional collaboration and technical communication