Staff Manufacturing Integration Engineer

Staff Manufacturing Integration Engineer  Company: Pivotal Systems  Department: Operations / Manufacturing Engineering  Reports to: VP of Integration  Location: Fremont, CA  Travel: Up to 25–30% domestic and international  Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt  Position Summary  Pivotal Systems is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Integration Engineer to lead the design, build, documentation, deployment, and manufacturing transfer of production test and calibration systems.  This senior individual contributor will define scalable test-system architectures and standards while remaining hands-on in system integration, debugging, validation, and deployment. The role will also drive contract manufacturing transfer, cost reduction, configuration control, and global manufacturing readiness.  Key Responsibilities  - Define architecture and technical standards for production testing, calibration, and verification systems. - Design and develop automated test equipment, fixtures, calibration stations, and support hardware/software. - Build, integrate, debug, calibrate, and validate electromechanical test systems. - Develop engineering drawings, BOMs, work instructions, assembly procedures, and acceptance of test documentation. - Lead product and test-system transfer to contract manufacturers and global manufacturing sites. - Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement on sourcing, RFQs, supplier qualification, second sourcing, and cost reduction. - Create and review 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using GD&T and standard drafting practices. - Manage BOMs, part numbers, revisions, and engineering changes through PLM/PDM/ERP systems. - Lead manufacturing integration and NPI activities from prototype and first article through production ramp. - Support global system installation, commissioning, qualification, and manufacturing-site readiness. - Drive root-cause analysis and continuous improvement using tools such as 8D, FMEA, DOE, SPC, and measurement system analysis. - Mentor engineers and technicians and collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Service, suppliers, and contract manufacturers. Required Qualifications  - BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related field; MS preferred. - 12+ years of experience in manufacturing, testing, systems integration, or related engineering roles. - Proven experience designing, building, and deploying production test or calibration systems. - Strong hands-on electromechanical integration skills, including mechanical assembly, wiring, instrumentation, tubing/plumbing, debugging, and calibration. - Experience transferring products or systems to contract manufacturers and managing quality, cost, and delivery. - Strong knowledge of sourcing, supplier qualification, RFQs, cost analysis, second sourcing, and design-to-cost. - Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D engineering drawings, with working knowledge of GD&T. - Experience developing multi-level BOMs and managing ECR/ECO/ECN processes in PLM, PDM, or ERP systems. - Experience with test automation and data tools such as LabVIEW and/or Python. - Strong knowledge of quality and root-cause methods including 8D, FMEA, DOE, SPC, and measurement system analysis. - Ability to lead cross-functional technical programs and work effectively with global teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners. - Ability to travel internationally as needed. Preferred Qualifications  - Semiconductor capital equipment or other high-precision manufacturing experience. - Experience with gas delivery, flow control, fluid, pressure, or instrumentation systems. - Experience managing contract manufacturers in Asia or other international regions. - Familiarity with electrical CAD, wiring harnesses, and pneumatic/fluidic schematics. - Experience with PLM/ERP systems such as Arena, Agile, Windchill, SAP, or Oracle. - Knowledge of SEMI standards, ISO 9001, Lean, or Six Sigma. - Experience establishing or scaling a test platform, manufacturing line, or production site. Key Competencies  Systems thinking, hands-on problem solving, technical documentation, cost awareness, attention to detail, ownership, cross-functional leadership, and clear communication.  Compensation and Benefits  [Base salary range] plus [bonus/equity]. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and additional company benefits.