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.
Pay Range & Total Compensation
The base pay range reflects the good-faith estimate of the salary/wage range for this position at the time of posting. Actual placement within the range is determined based on factors including key skills, relevant experience, internal equity, education, certifications, and geography/market differentials.
Additional Compensation & Benefits:
In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) matching program
- Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and sick leave
Note: Variable pay and benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.