Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, General Assembly

About Harbinger

Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the Medium Duty vehicle industry. This broad, and to date poorly addressed, market segment includes class 4 to 7 commercial delivery vehicles, RVs and utility vehicles, among others. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies, Harbinger's first-of-its-kind EV platform will bring enhancements in vehicle performance, durability and operator comfort. And importantly, Harbinger's vehicles will be priced for zero acquisition premium relative to traditional gas- and diesel-based competitors, removing one of the most tenacious barriers to EV adoption.

Harbinger's team, with operations in Southern California and Michigan, includes industry veterans with expertise in powertrain, battery, chassis and software development, along with leaders in advanced manufacturing, corporate development, operations and finance. Our team members come from leading innovators, both in and out of the automotive industry, including Tesla, Rivian, Canoo, Ford, Anduril, and SpaceX.

Founded in 2021, Harbinger is a venture-backed startup on a rapid growth trajectory, looking for candidates that thrive on tackling complex challenges and who share in our passion to bring clean transportation alternatives to a segment of the market starving for innovation.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Vehicle General Assembly to drive the development and implementation of cutting-edge manufacturing processes for our next-generation electric vehicles. This role will be pivotal in designing and optimizing high-volume production lines, ensuring world-class quality, efficiency, and scalability. As a key member of our manufacturing team, you will collaborate with cross-functional groups including engineering design, supply chain, quality, manufacturing and automation vendors to revolutionize EV manufacturing.

• Lead the production line design, development, and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes and equipment primarily within the final assembly of our vehicles.
• Define and optimize high-volume production methods, incorporating automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Develop and implement scalable manufacturing solutions from prototype to full-scale production, ensuring in process quality, efficiency, repeatability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, and data-driven methodologies to drive continuous process improvement and defect reduction.
• Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to establish robust processes, equipment, specifications, and quality standards.
• Evaluate and integrate cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, including AI-driven automation, additive manufacturing, and advanced material joining techniques.
• Conduct process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA) and develop control plans to mitigate risks and improve reliability.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through material selection, process optimization, and automation enhancements.
• Support factory design, equipment selection, and commissioning of current and new production lines.

Who You Are: 

• Education:
  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 10-15+ years of experience in high volume advanced manufacturing, process engineering, or industrialization—preferably in the EV, automotive, aerospace, or high-tech manufacturing sector.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Expertise in automated assembly, robotics, and precision manufacturing techniques for EV components.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred), and process optimization methodologies.
  • Experience with CAD/CAM, simulation tools, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
  • Familiarity with high-volume production of battery packs, powertrains, stamping, casting, or composite structures is a plus.
• Problem-Solving & Leadership:
  • Proven ability to lead large-scale industrialization projects from concept to mass production.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting manufacturing challenges.
  • Excellent cros