Manufacturing Engineer
Exowatt
Miami, FL, USA
Posted on Feb 15, 2025
Exowatt is a next generation renewable energy company offering commercial and industrial customers a modular full-stack energy solution that can provide dispatchable power and heat for up to 24 hours per day, specifically designed to meet the needs of energy-intensive applications such as data centers. Our mission is clear, to make sustainable renewable energy always available and almost free. Exowatt is based in Miami, Florida and backed by notable investors such as a16z, Atomic, and Sam Altman.
Key Interactions:
- The Manufacturing Engineer will interact internally with the Engineering Team and the Product Management Team and externally with suppliers / Contracts Manufacturers.
Job Summary:
- The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible to develop mass production tooling for specific sub-systems used in the Exowatt system: optical collector, thermal energy storage solution or high temperature engine. This person will have a significant impact on the productization of P3, Exowatt’s flagship product.
This person will:
- Design and/or validate, then manage manufacturing systems, including machine and assembly processes that align with Exowatt’s production plan
- Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality
- Develop and implement automated and manual production systems
- Optimize production lines, and machine operations both internally and externally.
- Analyze and reduce production costs while maintaining product quality
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Support the Supply Chain team to develop Exowatt’s supplier network.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Identifies priorities and action steps for achieving objectives
- Consistently achieves project goals
- Quickly establishes relationships with others
- Conduct research on manufacturing processes and technologies
- Builds wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization
- Has knowledge of manufacturing technologies and capabilities
Technical Competencies:
- Educational Level: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in Manufacturing
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles
- Proficiency in analytical tools and process balancing techniques
- Experience with design software and computer-aided manufacturing
- Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory compliance
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Previous work experience: 3+ years of manufacturing experience. Manufacturing experience in glass or thermal industry is a plus.
- Ability to physically fulfill job responsibilities: 30%+ domestic and international travel is required.
- Previous experience in a similar industry