Assembly/ Manufacturing Engineer

Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art.

• Perform hands-on work on mechanical and electrical systems and components

• Use hand tools to perform integration and assembly tasks in a laboratory environment

• Set up and operate test equipment to verify, evaluate, and troubleshoot systems and components

• Design fixturing, assembly aids, and support equipment

• Oversee assembly of electronic PCBs, cables, and enclosures

• Perform laboratory layout and facility design tasks

• Review and conduct maintenance operations on scientific equipment and systems

• Specify and procure parts and materials for systems and assemblies

• Generate and utilize engineering documentation including:  drawings, process instructions, block diagrams, netlists, schematic diagrams, and bills of material

• Provide technical support and status reporting to scientists and engineering staff

• Understanding and application of basic electrical and mechanical engineering concepts

• Ability to function safely in a laboratory environment performing assembly, integration, test, and troubleshooting tasks

• Ability to follow formal and informal assembly and integration processes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ability to create charts and communicate clearly

• Possess problem solving skills, good mechanical aptitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with others and individually

• Understanding of mechanical and electrical assembly techniques

• Ability to read, understand, and generate engineering drawings, bills of material, schematic diagrams, assembly/process instructions, and engineering terminology

• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks) and/or Microsoft Visio is desired

• Understanding of configuration management and inventory control is desired

Must be able to perform tasks safely in a lab environment and be able to occassionally work on ladders and/or scaffolding. Must be able to lift/push/pull 15-20 pounds consistently.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $76,530 - $93,320 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment ( https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits ).

HRL Laboratories is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.