Senior Manufacturing Engineer (IC)Ensurge Micropower is a pioneer in solid-state microbattery technology, enabling the next generation of intelligent, connected devices. Leveraging proprietary thin-film and roll-to-roll manufacturing, Ensurge delivers safe, high-energy-density batteries for wearables, health tech, industrial sensing, and defense applications. As our technology transitions from development to production, disciplined manufacturing execution becomes the differentiator.Role Overview: Ensurge is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (IC) to own and scale the Assembly, Laser, and Material Handling processes from pilot through early production.This role is not just about process — it is about delivering manufacturing results.You will be responsible for:Turning engineering processes into production-capable systemsDriving output, yield, and stability on the lineBuilding the infrastructure (process, equipment, flow, documentation) required for repeatable executionThis is a high-impact, hands-on role at the center of Ensurge's transition from technology demonstration to product delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Ownership & OutputOwn daily manufacturing performance for the Assembly, Laser, and Material Handling areasDrive output, yield, uptime, and cycle timeSupport production directly — troubleshooting issues in real timePartner with Operations to ensure line execution meets planProcess to Production ConversionConvert R&D processes into repeatable, production-ready workflowsDefine and lock:Process flowsCritical parameters (CPPs)Control limits and OCAPsEnsure processes are robust, stable, and scalableEquipment & Line ReadinessWork with Equipment Engineering to:Define tool requirementsImprove reliability and uptimeImplement process-driven upgradesLead tool qualification and process acceptanceEnsure equipment supports throughput, precision, and repeatabilityHardware & Automation (Strong Plus)Design or influence:FixturesHandling systemsAssembly toolingMaterial Flow & Manufacturing System DesignOwn flow from sheet ?
quad ? final assemblyReduce bottlenecks, WIP, and inefficienciesImprove line balance and production scheduling alignmentSupport layout and flow improvements as the system scalesQuality, Control & DocumentationPartner with Quality to implement:SPC and process controlTraceability and data captureBuild and maintain :SOPsProcess specsControl plansEnsure manufacturing is data-driven and auditableProblem Solving & Continuous ImprovementLead structured RCA on:Yield lossDefectsDowntimeImplement sustainable fixes — not workaroundsDrive continuous improvement aligned to operational excellence principles (standard work, DMS, etc.)What We're Looking For7–12+ years in manufacturing engineering (battery, semiconductor, thin-film, or similar)Proven experience owning manufacturing processes on the floorStrong track record of:Driving yield and throughput improvementsSupporting or leading pilot ? production scale-upHands-on mindset — comfortable working directly with:EquipmentTechniciansOperatorsPreferred QualificationsExperience with:Laser processing or micromachiningPrecision assembly or micro-scale systemsAutomated material handlingBackground in thin-film, semiconductor, or battery manufacturingExperience with MES, traceability systems, or data-driven manufacturingPersonal AttributesOwnership mentality — sees problems through to resolutionExecution-focused — prioritizes results over theorySystems thinker — understands interactions across process, equipment, and flowLow ego, high accountability — works across teams to get things doneComfortable in a fast-moving, scaling environmentSalary Range: $161,626.00-$197,833.00The base salary range is specific to California.
The salary of the final candidate selected for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.