Materials Analysis Engineer – Testing & Characterization

🏢 Summary: Applications Engineer role focused on guiding customer magnet programs from initial engagement through production qualification in a manufacturing environment. The position bridges customers, commercial teams, engineering, quality, and manufacturing to deliver high-performance permanent magnet solutions for industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive. Responsibilities include technical support, application engineering, qualification activities, problem-solving, and production readiness coordination. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field, 5+ years of experience in customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering, Experience with manufactured components in a production environment, Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, Experience collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams, Experience supporting root cause investigations, Strong customer communication skills, U.S. Person status for export-controlled access 📃 Skills: PPAP, GD&T, DFM, FEA, CAPA, 8D, NdFeB, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Physics, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Testing, Inspection 🏢 Description: Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, the company serves critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive. As an Applications Engineer, you will own the technical progression of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production. You will serve as the technical bridge between customers, commercial teams, and internal engineering—ensuring that customer requirements are translated into manufacturable, high-performance magnet solutions. This role sits within the Commercial Development team and is critical to advancing customer opportunities through the pipeline (samples → validation → qualification → production), directly supporting revenue growth and successful product execution. Responsibilities Customer Technical Support - Work directly with customers to understand application requirements and identify appropriate permanent magnet solutions - Provide guidance on magnet materials, grades, coatings, and performance characteristics - Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customer questions, clarifications, and issue resolution - Communicate technical requirements clearly between customers and internal teams - Drive customer programs through key milestones including sample delivery, testing, validation, and production readiness - Track and manage technical progress of customer engagements in coordination with the commercial team - Act as the voice of the customer internally, ensuring requirements, constraints, and performance expectations are clearly understood and executed Application Engineering & Magnet Guidance - Guide customers in selecting appropriate magnet materials, grades, and configurations for new and existing applications - Provide magnetic application support, including performance tradeoffs and basic analysis - Evaluate customer requirements against internal manufacturing capabilities and provide DFM recommendations balancing performance, cost, manufacturability, and heavy rare earth (HRE) usage - Translate application needs into clear technical requirements for production and materials teams Execution, Quality & Problem Solving - Coordinate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements - Support prototyping, testing, and validation of magnet products in customer applications - Support root cause investigations for customer issues and non-conforming product, including corrective actions (e.g., 8D) - Partner with internal quality teams and customers on qualification activities (e.g., PPAP, where applicable) - Drive timely resolution of application, performance, and quality issues across internal teams - Operate with urgency to support fast-moving customer timelines and internal production ramp Customer Qualification & Program Execution - Own technical execution of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production release - Coordinate internally to ensure timely delivery of samples, test data, and technical documentation - Support customer qualification processes, including PPAP, first article inspection, and validation testing where applicable - Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution timelines Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field - 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering role - Experience working with manufactured components in a production environment (e.g., metals, ceramics, magnets, or similar) - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements - Experience collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality teams - Strong problem-solving skills with experience supporting root cause investigations - Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface directly with customers - Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities Desired Skills - Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries - Experience working with permanent magnets, particularly NdFeB materials - Familiarity with magnetic systems or applications (e.g., motors, sensors, actuators) - Familiarity with quality and qualification processes (e.g., PPAP, first article inspection) - Ability to read and interpret GD&T and complex engineering drawings - Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) concepts in a production environment - Experience supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions (e.g., 8D, CAPA) - Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications-focused role - Exposure to basic electromagnetic or magnetic analysis tools (FEA or similar)

🏢 Summary: Applications Engineer role focused on guiding customer magnet programs from initial engagement through qualification and production for high-performance permanent magnet solutions. The position bridges customers, commercial teams, manufacturing, and engineering to support technical execution, validation, and production readiness in industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field, 5+ years of experience in customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering, Experience with manufactured components in a production environment, Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements, Experience collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams, Experience supporting root cause investigations, Strong customer communication skills, U.S. Person status for access to export-controlled information 📃 Skills: PPAP, GD&T, DFM, FEA, CAPA, 8D, NdFeB, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Testing, Materials, Physics, Mechanical, Electrical 🏢 Description: Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, the company serves critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. As an Applications Engineer, you will own the technical progression of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production. You will serve as the technical bridge between customers, commercial teams, and internal engineering—ensuring that customer requirements are translated into manufacturable, high-performance magnet solutions. This role sits within the Commercial Development team and is critical to advancing customer opportunities through the pipeline (samples → validation → qualification → production), directly supporting revenue growth and successful product execution. Responsibilities Customer Technical Support - Work directly with customers to understand application requirements and identify appropriate permanent magnet solutions - Provide guidance on magnet materials, grades, coatings, and performance characteristics - Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customer questions, clarifications, and issue resolution - Communicate technical requirements clearly between customers and internal teams - Drive customer programs through key milestones including sample delivery, testing, validation, and production readiness - Track and manage technical progress of customer engagements in coordination with the commercial team - Act as the voice of the customer internally, ensuring requirements, constraints, and performance expectations are clearly understood and executed Application Engineering & Magnet Guidance - Guide customers in selecting appropriate magnet materials, grades, and configurations for new and existing applications - Provide magnetic application support, including performance tradeoffs and basic analysis - Evaluate customer requirements against internal manufacturing capabilities and provide DFM recommendations balancing performance, cost, manufacturability, and heavy rare earth (HRE) usage - Translate application needs into clear technical requirements for production and materials teams Execution, Quality & Problem Solving - Coordinate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements - Support prototyping, testing, and validation of magnet products in customer applications - Support root cause investigations for customer issues and non-conforming product, including corrective actions (e.g., 8D) - Partner with internal quality teams and customers on qualification activities (e.g., PPAP, where applicable) - Drive timely resolution of application, performance, and quality issues across internal teams - Operate with urgency to support fast-moving customer timelines and internal production ramp Customer Qualification & Program Execution - Own technical execution of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production release - Coordinate internally to ensure timely delivery of samples, test data, and technical documentation - Support customer qualification processes, including PPAP, first article inspection, and validation testing where applicable - Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution timelines Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field - 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering role - Experience working with manufactured components in a production environment (e.g., metals, ceramics, magnets, or similar) - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements - Experience collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality teams - Strong problem-solving skills with experience supporting root cause investigations - Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface directly with customers - Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities Desired Skills - Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries - Experience working with permanent magnets, particularly NdFeB materials - Familiarity with magnetic systems or applications (e.g., motors, sensors, actuators) - Familiarity with quality and qualification processes (e.g., PPAP, first article inspection) - Ability to read and interpret GD&T and complex engineering drawings - Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) concepts in a production environment - Experience supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions (e.g., 8D, CAPA) - Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications-focused role - Exposure to basic electromagnetic or magnetic analysis tools (FEA or similar)

🏢 Summary: Technical customer-facing role responsible for driving permanent magnet programs from initial engagement through qualification and production, acting as the bridge between customers and internal engineering. The position focuses on translating application requirements into manufacturable magnet solutions and supporting validation, quality, and production readiness. It directly supports customer qualification, issue resolution, and revenue growth through technical execution. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field, 5+ years in customer-facing, applications, or product engineering role, Experience with manufactured components in production environment, Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, Experience collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams, Experience in root cause investigations, Strong technical problem-solving skills, U.S. Person status (export-controlled access) 📃 Skills: MechanicalEngineering, ElectricalEngineering, MaterialsScience, PermanentMagnets, NdFeB, DFM, GD&T, PPAP, FEA, 8D, CAPA, FirstArticleInspection, MagneticAnalysis, Manufacturing, QualityControl 🏢 Description: Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency. As an Applications Engineer, you will own the technical progression of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production. You will serve as the technical bridge between customers, commercial teams, and internal engineering—ensuring that customer requirements are translated into manufacturable, high-performance magnet solutions. This role sits within the Commercial Development team and is critical to advancing customer opportunities through the pipeline (samples → validation → qualification → production), directly supporting revenue growth and successful product execution. Responsibilities Customer Technical Support Work directly with customers to understand application requirements and identify appropriate permanent magnet solutions Provide guidance on magnet materials, grades, coatings, and performance characteristics Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customer questions, clarifications, and issue resolution Communicate technical requirements clearly between customers and internal teams Drive customer programs through key milestones including sample delivery, testing, validation, and production readiness Track and manage technical progress of customer engagements in coordination with the commercial team Act as the voice of the customer internally, ensuring requirements, constraints, and performance expectations are clearly understood and executed Application Engineering & Magnet Guidance Guide customers in selecting appropriate magnet materials, grades, and configurations for new and existing applications Provide magnetic application support, including performance tradeoffs and basic analysis Evaluate customer requirements against internal manufacturing capabilities and provide DFM recommendations balancing performance, cost, manufacturability, and heavy rare earth (HRE) usage Translate application needs into clear technical requirements for production and materials teams Execution, Quality & Problem Solving Coordinate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements Support prototyping, testing, and validation of magnet products in customer applications Support root cause investigations for customer issues and non-conforming product, including corrective actions (e.g., 8D) Partner with internal quality teams and customers on qualification activities (e.g., PPAP, where applicable) Drive timely resolution of application, performance, and quality issues across internal teams Operate with urgency to support fast-moving customer timelines and internal production ramp Customer Qualification & Program Execution Own technical execution of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production release Coordinate internally to ensure timely delivery of samples, test data, and technical documentation Support customer qualification processes, including PPAP, first article inspection, and validation testing where applicable Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution timelines Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering role Experience working with manufactured components in a production environment (e.g., metals, ceramics, magnets, or similar) Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements Experience collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality teams Strong problem-solving skills with experience supporting root cause investigations Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface directly with customers Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities Desired Skills Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries Experience working with permanent magnets, particularly NdFeB materials Familiarity with magnetic systems or applications (e.g., motors, sensors, actuators) Familiarity with quality and qualification processes (e.g., PPAP, first article inspection) Ability to read and interpret GD&T and complex engineering drawings Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) concepts in a production environment Experience supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions (e.g., 8D, CAPA) Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications-focused role Exposure to basic electromagnetic or magnetic analysis tools (FEA or similar)

🏢 Summary: The role focuses on leading technical execution of customer programs for permanent magnet solutions from initial engagement through qualification and production. It acts as the technical bridge between customers and internal teams, ensuring application requirements are translated into manufacturable, high-performance products. The position supports customer validation, quality processes, and production readiness in high-reliability industries. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or related field, 5+ years in customer-facing engineering, applications engineering or product engineering role, Experience with manufactured components in production environment, Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, Experience collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams, Experience in root cause investigations and corrective actions, Ability to support prototyping, testing and validation activities, U.S. Person status due to export-controlled access 📃 Skills: NdFeB, FEA, GD&T, PPAP, DFM, 8D, CAPA, Magnetics, Electromagnetics, Manufacturing, Quality, Prototyping, Validation 🏢 Description: Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency. As an Applications Engineer, you will own the technical progression of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production. You will serve as the technical bridge between customers, commercial teams, and internal engineering—ensuring that customer requirements are translated into manufacturable, high-performance magnet solutions. This role sits within the Commercial Development team and is critical to advancing customer opportunities through the pipeline (samples → validation → qualification → production), directly supporting revenue growth and successful product execution. Responsibilities Customer Technical Support Work directly with customers to understand application requirements and identify appropriate permanent magnet solutions Provide guidance on magnet materials, grades, coatings, and performance characteristics Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customer questions, clarifications, and issue resolution Communicate technical requirements clearly between customers and internal teams Drive customer programs through key milestones including sample delivery, testing, validation, and production readiness Track and manage technical progress of customer engagements in coordination with the commercial team Act as the voice of the customer internally, ensuring requirements, constraints, and performance expectations are clearly understood and executed Application Engineering & Magnet Guidance Guide customers in selecting appropriate magnet materials, grades, and configurations for new and existing applications Provide magnetic application support, including performance tradeoffs and basic analysis Evaluate customer requirements against internal manufacturing capabilities and provide DFM recommendations balancing performance, cost, manufacturability, and heavy rare earth (HRE) usage Translate application needs into clear technical requirements for production and materials teams Execution, Quality & Problem Solving Coordinate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements Support prototyping, testing, and validation of magnet products in customer applications Support root cause investigations for customer issues and non-conforming product, including corrective actions (e.g., 8D) Partner with internal quality teams and customers on qualification activities (e.g., PPAP, where applicable) Drive timely resolution of application, performance, and quality issues across internal teams Operate with urgency to support fast-moving customer timelines and internal production ramp Customer Qualification & Program Execution Own technical execution of customer programs from initial engagement through qualification and production release Coordinate internally to ensure timely delivery of samples, test data, and technical documentation Support customer qualification processes, including PPAP, first article inspection, and validation testing where applicable Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution timelines Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing engineering, applications engineering, or product engineering role Experience working with manufactured components in a production environment (e.g., metals, ceramics, magnets, or similar) Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements Experience collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality teams Strong problem-solving skills with experience supporting root cause investigations Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface directly with customers Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities Desired Skills Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries Experience working with permanent magnets, particularly NdFeB materials Familiarity with magnetic systems or applications (e.g., motors, sensors, actuators) Familiarity with quality and qualification processes (e.g., PPAP, first article inspection) Ability to read and interpret GD&T and complex engineering drawings Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) concepts in a production environment Experience supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions (e.g., 8D, CAPA) Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications-focused role Exposure to basic electromagnetic or magnetic analysis tools (FEA or similar)

🏢 Summary: Staff Manufacturing Engineer role focused on scaling a large rare-earth magnet manufacturing facility from equipment selection and commissioning through full production. The position involves process ownership, manufacturing optimization, heavy equipment integration, and collaboration with R&D to develop advanced production systems. Candidates will lead technical projects, ensure quality and safety compliance, and support production startup activities. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field, 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, Strong CAD experience with complex equipment assemblies, Experience in heavy custom equipment design and commissioning, Vendor management experience, Experience with thermal or raw material processing, Ability to create manufacturing documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows, Ability to read and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, Ability to perform electrical and pneumatic engineering calculations, U.S. Person status for export-controlled access 📃 Skills: CAD, PFMEA, BOP, BOM, OEE, HMI, MES, FAT, SOP, R&R, Simulation, Electrical, Pneumatic, Metallurgy, Foundry, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: About Vulcan Elements Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence, and Transparency. The Role As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of a massive 1 million square foot manufacturing facility expansion—from design and equipment specification through installation, commissioning, production startup, and scale-up to full capacity. You will be responsible for a process step, translating pilot-line processes into full-scale, stable, and repeatable production systems. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership. Core Expectations & Responsibilities • Lead the evaluation, quote comparison, and selection of advanced manufacturing technologies and vendors. • Own equipment design requirements, vendor performance and schedule, commissioning activities, process development, and production qualification for major heavy production processes. • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, quality, and equipment reliability. • Monitor OEE results and station cycle times to drive yield and capacity improvements. • Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with company milestones and customer commitments. • Provide hands-on support during production startup to stabilize processes and eliminate bottlenecks. • Collaborate with R&D to develop innovative processes and equipment strategies for future production lines. • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. • Support equipment development reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with occasional travel. Deliverables Risk & Safety • Risk Assessments • Ergonomic Assessments • PFMEA Process Design • Line Layouts • Process Flow Charts • Bill of Process (BOP) • Station Cycle Times • Process Sheets • Simulations Engineering Diagrams • CAD Drawings • Electrical Drawings • Pneumatic Drawings • Electrical and Pneumatic Calculations Quality & Control • Quality Control Plans • R&R Studies • Quality Checklists • Process Checklists Operations & Maintenance • Work Instructions (SOPs) • Calibration Procedures • Spare Parts Lists • Bill of Materials (BOM) • Maintenance Manuals Controls & IT • HMI Controls Manuals • Vision Programs • MES Transactions Lists Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related technical discipline with 7+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience. • Strong hands-on CAD experience creating, modifying, and validating complex equipment assemblies. • Proven experience in heavy custom equipment design, vendor management, and full-cycle commissioning for thermal or raw material processing. • Expert-level experience developing PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows. • Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams and perform engineering calculations. • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, metallurgy, foundry operations, or chemical processing. • Experience handling reactive powders or high-temperature vacuum furnace environments. • Proficiency with advanced simulation software for workflow and line balancing. • Familiarity with MES implementation and transaction mapping.

🏢 Summary: Staff Manufacturing Engineer role focused on scaling advanced rare-earth magnet manufacturing from pilot line to full-scale production, including equipment selection, process optimization, commissioning, and production startup. The position involves ownership of heavy industrial manufacturing processes, technical project management, and development of engineering, quality, and operational documentation. Candidates will support process innovation, compliance, and collaboration with vendors and R&D teams in a high-growth manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related technical field, 7+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, Hands-on CAD experience with complex equipment assemblies, Experience in heavy custom equipment design and commissioning, Vendor management experience, Experience with thermal or raw material processing systems, Expertise creating PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows, Ability to read and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, Ability to perform electrical and pneumatic calculations, U.S. Person status for access to export-controlled information 📃 Skills: CAD, PFMEA, BOP, BOM, MES, HMI, OEE, FAT, SOPs, Simulation, Electrical, Pneumatic, Commissioning, Metallurgy, Foundry 🏢 Description: About Vulcan Elements Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, the company serves critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive, powering a high-technology future. The Role As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of a massive 1 million square foot manufacturing facility expansion—from design and equipment specification through installation, commissioning, production startup, and scale-up to full capacity. You will be responsible for a process step, translating pilot-line processes into full-scale, stable, and repeatable production systems. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership. Core Expectations & Responsibilities • Lead the evaluation, quote comparison, and selection of advanced manufacturing technologies and vendors. • Own equipment design requirements, vendor performance and schedule, commissioning activities, process development, and production qualification for major heavy production processes including alloy production, casting, jet milling, powder production, pressing, and sintering operations. • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, quality, and equipment reliability. • Monitor OEE results and station cycle times to drive yield and capacity improvements. • Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with company milestones and customer commitments. • Provide hands-on support during production startup to stabilize processes and eliminate bottlenecks. • Collaborate with R&D to innovate new processes and equipment strategies for future production lines. • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. • Support equipment development reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with up to 25% travel. Deliverables Risk & Safety: • Risk Assessments • Ergonomic Assessments • PFMEA Process Design: • Line Layouts • Process Flow Charts • Bill of Process (BOP) • Station Cycle Times • Process Sheets • Simulations Engineering Diagrams: • CAD Drawings • Electrical Drawings • Pneumatic Drawings • Electrical and Pneumatic Calculations Quality & Control: • Quality Control Plans • R&R Studies • Quality Checklists • Process Checklists Operations & Maintenance: • Work Instructions (SOPs) • Calibration Procedures • Spare Parts Lists • Bill of Materials (BOM) • Maintenance Manuals Controls & IT: • HMI Controls Manuals • Vision Programs • MES Transactions Lists Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related technical discipline with 7+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience. • Strong hands-on experience creating, modifying, and validating complex equipment assemblies in CAD. • Proven experience in heavy custom equipment design, vendor management, and full-cycle commissioning for thermal or raw material processing. • Expert-level experience authoring PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows. • Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, including performing engineering calculations. • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information or facilities. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, metallurgy, foundry operations, or chemical processing. • Experience handling reactive powders or high-temperature vacuum furnace environments. • Proficiency with advanced simulation software for workflow and line balancing. • Familiarity with MES implementation and transaction mapping.

🏢 Summary: Staff Manufacturing Engineer role focused on scaling a large rare-earth magnet manufacturing facility from design through production startup and optimization. The position owns manufacturing processes, equipment selection, commissioning, process optimization, and quality compliance in a heavy industrial environment. The role requires strong expertise in CAD, process engineering, equipment commissioning, and manufacturing documentation. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related discipline, 7+ years of experience with Bachelor's degree or 5+ years with Master's degree, Hands-on CAD experience with complex equipment assemblies, Experience in heavy custom equipment design and commissioning, Vendor management experience, Experience with thermal or raw material processing, Expert knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows, Ability to read and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, Ability to perform electrical and pneumatic engineering calculations, U.S. Person status for export-controlled access 📃 Skills: CAD, PFMEA, BOP, BOM, MES, HMI, OEE, FAT, SOPs, Simulation, Pneumatics, Electrical, Commissioning, Metallurgy, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: About Vulcan Elements Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence, and Transparency. The Role As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of a massive 1 million square foot manufacturing facility expansion—from design and equipment specification through installation, commissioning, production startup, and scale-up to full capacity. You will be responsible for a process step, translating pilot-line processes into full-scale, stable, and repeatable production systems. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership. Core Expectations & Responsibilities Critical Priority — Equipment & Vendor Selection: - Lead the evaluation, quote comparison, and selection of advanced manufacturing technologies and vendors. - Own the technical and financial side-by-side comparisons to ensure selected machinery meets aggressive scaling and quality goals. End-to-End Process Ownership: - Own equipment design/requirements, vendor performance and schedule, commissioning activities, process development, and production qualification for a major heavy production process. - Support processes including alloy production, casting, jet milling, powder production, pressing, and sintering operations. Process Optimization: - Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, quality, and equipment reliability. - Monitor OEE results and station cycle times to drive yield and capacity improvements. Project Management: - Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with company milestones and customer commitments. Hands-on Startup Support: - Provide hands-on support during production startup, helping stabilize processes and eliminate early bottlenecks. Future Innovation: - Develop and innovate new processes and equipment strategies in collaboration with R&D for future production lines. EHS & Quality Compliance: - Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all process activities. Travel: - Some travel required to support equipment development reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (estimated at less than 25%). Deliverables Risk & Safety: - Risk Assessments - Ergonomic Assessments - PFMEA Process Design: - Line Layouts - Process Flow Charts - Bill of Process (BOP) - Station Cycle Times - Process Sheets - Simulations Engineering Diagrams: - CAD Drawings - Electrical Drawings - Pneumatic Drawings - Electrical and Pneumatic Calculations Quality & Control: - Quality Control Plans - R&R Studies - Quality Checklists - Process Checklists Operations & Maintenance: - Work Instructions (SOPs) - Calibration Procedures - Spare Parts Lists - Bill of Materials (BOM) - Maintenance Manuals Controls & IT: - HMI Controls Manuals - Vision Programs - MES Transactions Lists Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by business needs. Qualifications Education & Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related technical discipline with 7+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years of experience. CAD Proficiency: - Strong hands-on experience creating, modifying, and validating complex equipment assemblies in CAD. Equipment Design & Commissioning: - Proven track record in heavy custom equipment design, vendor management, and full-cycle commissioning for thermal or raw material processing. Documentation Mastery: - Expert-level experience authoring and developing PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows. Technical Literacy: - Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, including performing electrical and pneumatic calculations. - Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, metallurgy, foundry operations, or chemical processing. - Experience handling reactive powders or managing high-temperature vacuum furnace environments. - Proficiency with advanced simulation software for workflow and line balancing. - Familiarity with MES implementation and transaction mapping.

🏢 Summary: Staff Manufacturing Engineer role focused on developing, validating, and transferring manufacturing processes for a wearable medical device into production. The position drives process improvements, supports production goals, and ensures compliance in a regulated medical device environment. It involves cross-functional collaboration to implement robust, scalable, and high-quality manufacturing systems. 🗂️ Requirements: B.S. in Mechanical, Biomedical or Industrial Engineering, Minimum 10 years experience in medical device and electro-mechanical manufacturing, Strong SolidWorks proficiency for fixtures, tooling and equipment design, Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, Proficiency in statistical analysis and root cause investigation, Experience in regulated medical device environments, Expertise in manufacturing processes, automation and materials, Experience with adhesives and electronics 📃 Skills: SolidWorks, SixSigma, Lean, Statistics, Manufacturing, Automation, Electromechanical, Adhesives, Electronics, RootCauseAnalysis, ProcessValidation, Tooling, GD&T 🏢 Description: Element Science, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company redefining how patients with heart disease are monitored and treated as they transition from the hospital to the home. Our mission is to improve outcomes for patients at risk of life-threatening cardiac events through innovative solutions at the intersection of clinical-grade wearables, advanced algorithms, and therapy delivery. We are entering an exciting phase of growth as we move from development into early commercialization. Our approach combines hardware, software, and services to deliver a more personalized and seamless patient experience—designed with both patients and clinicians in mind. Our product, a wearable patch defibrillator, is designed for patients with a temporary elevated risk of sudden cardiac arrest, addressing a significant and underserved population of over 500,000 patients in the U.S. By focusing on comfort, usability, and clinical effectiveness, we aim to transform the standard of care during this critical period. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Element Science is backed by leading healthcare and technology investors, including Third Rock Ventures, GV (Google Ventures), Deerfield Healthcare, Qiming Venture Partners USA, Cormorant Asset Management, and Invus Opportunities.SUMMARY OF ROLE: Staff Manufacturing Engineer drives and provides support of products, processes, and equipment to achieve development and/or production goals. The engineer develops manufacturing processes to implement innovative improvements. The engineer works cross-functionally to validate processes and transfer new products into manufacturing. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support process development and validation activities across various manufacturing product lines Design, develop, test and implement manufacturing process systems to ensure robust production processes, human work factors and quality control Design, develop and propose improvements for manufacturing process, equipment and systems using knowledge of engineering principles, industry standards and working design to meet production requirements, performance, quality, and safety standards Employ six sigma tools and scientific and statistical expertise to perform root cause and correlation analysis to identify and develop corrective actions for solving product and process failures Transfer new products & processes into manufacturing, including support of R&D builds Create, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation that meets compliance requirements Partner with outsourced vendors and suppliers to support production and resolve technical issues, working closely with MPI to establish and onboard new vendors Support manufacturing engineering efforts to meet production goals including resolution of non-conformances and line issues Perform other duties, as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: B.S. in Mechanical, Biomedical or Industrial Engineering preferred Comprehensive SolidWorks knowledge with experience creating manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and equipment models Minimum 10 years of experience in medical device industry and electro-mechanical device manufacturing preferred Experience with Lean/Six Sigma tools and proficiency with statistical methodologies preferred Demonstrated technical acumen in navigating regulated environments Excellent interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities against aggressive deadlines while maintaining a high degree of quality Strong judgment & decision-making ability Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to diagnose issues and provide solutions Experience with adhesives and electronics preferred and background with medical device disposables and capital equipment a plus Strong technical expertise with manufacturing processes, automation, and materials BENEFITS: Element Science offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including, but not limited to: Stock Options 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance Company-paid Basic Life Insurance 401(k) retirement plan (Traditional and Roth) Competitive Paid Time Off Paid Holidays FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) HSA (Health Savings Account) Employee Assistance Program through PEO The salary for this exempt-level position will be based on experience and qualifications within an established pay range. Pay range: $150,000 - $170,000 Element Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job. At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance at Element Science.

🏢 Summary: Engineering role focused on developing and supporting scalable automated manufacturing test systems, integrating hardware, software, and factory data platforms for production operations and factory expansion. The position involves test architecture design, instrumentation integration, MES connectivity, troubleshooting, and support for high-volume manufacturing and new product introductions. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, 5+ years developing automated test systems, Experience with Python, LabVIEW, C#, C++, Go, or similar programming language, Experience integrating instrumentation, DAQ systems, and automated test equipment, Experience developing complete test solutions from concept through deployment, Experience troubleshooting hardware and software systems, Experience integrating manufacturing systems with MES, databases, or enterprise platforms, Familiarity with CAN, Modbus, Ethernet-based protocols, UART, SPI, I2C, Experience leading technical projects and cross-functional collaboration 📃 Skills: Python, LabVIEW, C#, C++, Go, MES, DAQ, CAN, Modbus, UART, SPI, I2C, PLC, Linux, BMS, Firmware, Ethernet 🏢 Description: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline. Minimum 5+ years of experience developing automated test systems in manufacturing, industrial, or product development environments. This position is focused on developing, deploying, and supporting manufacturing test equipment, software platforms, and data systems used for production operations and factory expansion initiatives. The role involves designing scalable test architectures, integrating instrumentation and automated test equipment, developing software solutions, and connecting manufacturing test systems with MES, databases, and factory automation platforms. The engineer will collaborate closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, MES, and Engineering teams to support new product introductions, production ramp activities, and high-volume manufacturing operations. This position requires a combination of software development, hardware integration, manufacturing test expertise, and hands-on troubleshooting capabilities to support reliable, scalable, and production-ready test solutions. Key Responsibilities: Manufacturing Test System Development - Design, develop, and maintain scalable manufacturing test architectures for production environments - Develop test software, operator interfaces, and automated workflows supporting manufacturing operations - Create robust test solutions for cell, module, and system-level production testing - Establish software frameworks, standards, and best practices that support long-term scalability Hardware Integration & Automation - Develop, deploy, and validate automated test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, and control systems - Integrate data acquisition systems, sensors, PLCs, and communication interfaces - Support hardware-software integration activities across manufacturing test environments - Ensure test systems meet reliability, throughput, and quality requirements Manufacturing Systems & Data Integration - Integrate test systems with MES platforms, databases, factory automation systems, and traceability tools - Develop automated data collection, validation, reporting, and analytics capabilities - Manage software version control and deployment processes - Ensure manufacturing data integrity and traceability across production operations New Product Introduction & Factory Scale-Up - Support introduction of new products, process changes, and manufacturing expansion initiatives - Develop test strategies that support production ramp-up and high-volume manufacturing - Participate in factory launch and capacity expansion projects - Ensure test systems are scalable, repeatable, and production-ready Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis - Lead investigations of hardware, software, instrumentation, and process-related issues - Troubleshoot complex manufacturing test failures during commissioning and production - Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability and uptime - Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality and manufacturing performance Safety, Validation & Compliance - Collaborate with EHS teams to develop safe testing environments, especially for high-voltage systems - Support implementation of interlocks, barriers, lockout/tagout procedures, and safety controls - Participate in PFMEAs, Control Plans, validation activities, and risk assessments - Ensure compliance with manufacturing, safety, and quality requirements Documentation & Training - Create and maintain test procedures, troubleshooting guides, work instructions, and deployment documentation - Support training of operators, technicians, and manufacturing teams - Establish documentation standards supporting repeatable deployment and sustainment Profile: - Highly technical engineer who enjoys owning complete test systems from concept to production deployment - Comfortable moving between software development, hardware troubleshooting, and manufacturing support - Strong systems thinker capable of understanding interactions between equipment, software, data, and operations - Hands-on problem solver who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor during launches and commissioning activities - Thrives in fast-paced environments with evolving manufacturing challenges - Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively across engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams - Demonstrates high ownership and accountability for technical deliverables Must Have: - 5+ years of experience developing automated test systems - Strong programming experience with at least one language: - Python - LabVIEW - C# - C++ - Go - Similar programming language - Experience integrating instrumentation, DAQ systems, and automated test equipment - Experience developing complete test solutions from concept through deployment - Experience troubleshooting hardware and software systems - Experience integrating manufacturing systems with MES, databases, or enterprise software platforms - Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (CAN, Modbus, Ethernet-based protocols, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.) - Experience leading technical projects and influencing cross-functional teams - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Good to Have: - Manufacturing test experience in battery, energy storage, automotive, or electronics environments - Experience supporting factory launches and production ramp-up activities - Embedded systems or microcontroller experience - Embedded Linux exposure - Battery Management System (BMS) experience - Firmware validation experience - PFMEA and Control Plan development - PLC programming and industrial automation experience - High-voltage testing environments All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

🏢 Summary: The Manager, Quality Systems leads and continuously improves the Quality Management System for a medical device company, ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, EU MDR, CHAP, and DME requirements. The role oversees document control, CAPA, nonconformance, audits, training, and regulatory activities while serving as deputy management representative during inspections. This position drives audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional quality initiatives in a regulated manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years Quality Assurance experience in medical device industry, 2+ years people management experience, Knowledge of ISO 13485, Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, Knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations, Knowledge of EU MDR requirements, Experience in regulated manufacturing environments, Experience with eQMS systems, Experience with PLM systems, Experience managing CAPA and nonconformance processes, Experience conducting internal and external audits, Experience working with regulatory agencies (FDA, BSI, CHAP), Ability to manage DME compliance requirements 📃 Skills: ISO13485, 21CFR820, FDA, EUMDR, eQMS, PLM, CAPA, Audit, Nonconformance, DME, CHAP, BSI 🏢 Description: Element Science, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company redefining how patients with heart disease are monitored and treated as they transition from the hospital to the home. Our mission is to improve outcomes for patients at risk of life-threatening cardiac events through innovative solutions at the intersection of clinical-grade wearables, advanced algorithms, and therapy delivery. We are entering an exciting phase of growth as we move from development into early commercialization. Our approach combines hardware, software, and services to deliver a more personalized and seamless patient experience—designed with both patients and clinicians in mind. Our product, a wearable patch defibrillator, is designed for patients with a temporary elevated risk of sudden cardiac arrest, addressing a significant and underserved population of over 500,000 patients in the U.S. By focusing on comfort, usability, and clinical effectiveness, we aim to transform the standard of care during this critical period. SUMMARY OF ROLE: The Manager, Quality Systems is responsible for day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the Quality System. The role is responsible for Document Control, Training Program, Change Control, Internal & External Audit Program, Management Review, Nonconformance management and CAPA management. The Manager, Quality Systems serves as deputy management representative representing the organization in internal and external audits. This role serves as co-system administrator for eQMS and works with cross functional stakeholders ensuring the organization continues to maintain CHAP accreditation and compliance with DME requirements including managing external DME audits, maintaining quality documentation and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. This role supports EU MDR deliverables in collaboration with external regulatory consultants. This role plays a key part in sustaining a compliant, audit-ready QMS that upholds patient safety and organizational integrity. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Systems team members, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement - Partner cross-functionally to investigate quality issues, interpret data trends, and drive timely, risk-based decisions - Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and regulatory partners - Own and maintain the Document Control system, ensuring controlled documents remain accurate, current, compliant, and properly version-controlled - Administer and continuously enhance the company training program, ensuring timely completion, training effectiveness, and maintenance of compliant training records - Own the CAPA program, including driving timely resolution of aging CAPAs, ensuring robust root cause investigations, and monitoring closure effectiveness and metrics - Manage Nonconformance (NC) processes from initiation through final disposition and closure, ensuring timely and compliant execution - Lead Management Review activities, including development of quality metrics, trend analysis, and executive-ready Quality Management Review (QMR) materials - Monitor, analyze, and trend quality system metrics to proactively identify systemic risks, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives - Support post-market surveillance activities, including maintenance of associated documentation and reporting requirements - Support EU MDR compliance activities in partnership with external regulatory consultants, including CERs, PSURs, and PMS deliverables - Maintain quality documentation and records necessary to support BSI certification activities and ongoing CE mark compliance - Own and execute the Internal Audit Program, including audit planning, scheduling, execution, findings management, and verification of corrective action closure - Coordinate CHAP accreditation activities and ongoing DME compliance requirements, including preparation for and management of external audits - Partner with external auditors and regulatory agencies to support inspections, audits, and compliance readiness activities - Ensure the Quality Management System remains compliant with FDA, ISO 13485, CHAP, EU MDR, and other applicable regulatory and quality standards - Support system validation activities, process improvements, and ongoing enhancements to quality systems and tools as needed QUALIFICATIONS: - 5+ years of progressive Quality Assurance experience within the medical device industry, including experience in regulated manufacturing environments - 2+ years of people leadership or management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams - Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, FDA Quality System Regulations, and EU MDR requirements - Hands-on experience utilizing eQMS and PLM systems to support quality and compliance initiatives - Ability to interpret, implement, and adapt to evolving regulatory requirements, including DME quality system standards - Solid understanding of core quality processes, including CAPA, nonconformance management, complaint handling, change control, and internal auditing - Experience partnering with external auditors and regulatory agencies, including BSI, FDA, CHAP, or equivalent organizations - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced, evolving environment - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, summarize findings, and communicate recommendations to leadership BENEFITS: Element Science offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including, but not limited to: - Stock Options - 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance - Company-paid Basic Life Insurance - 401(k) retirement plan (Traditional and Roth) - Competitive Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays - FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) - HSA (Health Savings Account) - Employee Assistance Program through PEO The salary for this exempt-level position will be based on experience and qualifications within an established pay range. Pay range: $144,000 - $154,000 Element Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on non-merit-based factors prohibited by law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job. At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance.