Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Job Overview

We are seeking a very dynamic Head of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering to lead and scale our manufacturing operations as we revolutionize the EV landscape. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, specifying and implementing cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, technologies and processes, driving innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality EV vehicles and components at scale.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development, design, and implementation of advanced manufacturing equipment, systems, technologies and processes to support current and future production goals including the expansion and optimization of our state-of-the-art production facilities.
• Leverage Industry technologies, world class vendors and know-how
• Spearhead the integration of cutting-edge automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools, ensuring simultaneous product/process engineering, seamless operation and optimized throughput.
• Oversee the design, layout, and launch of new production lines, ensuring alignment with program milestones and volume targets.
• Collaborate with design engineering, product development, supply chain and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact.
• Partner with supply chain teams to ensure alignment on material flow, logistics, and just-in-time inventory strategies.
• Develop, manage and track capital expenditure plans for manufacturing infrastructure, tools, and technologies.
• Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for all manufacturing-related projects.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, preferably within the automotive or EV sector.
• Proven track record of scaling manufacturing operations from pilot to mass production.
• Deep knowledge of automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and other advanced production technologies.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management abilities.
• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management systems
• Commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact in manufacturing processes.

Key Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

California Pay Range$190,000—$230,000 USDEqual Opportunity Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.   Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.   Candidate Data Privacy <