A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
Battery Module Manufacturing Engineer
Joby Aviation
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San Carlos, California
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 08/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Manufacturing Engineer to join our Powertrain & Electronics Manufacturing Engineering Team in San Carlos, CA. The Manufacturing Engineer will own the manufacturing equipment design and process development of Joby Aviation aircraft battery modules, working closely with a cross-functional team. This individual must be highly organized and self-driven, with a deep understanding of mechanical, process, and industrial engineering fundamentals, to successfully scale projects from prototype to low-volume production while maintaining a vision for high-volume production. This position is exciting and rewarding, as the Manufacturing Engineer will promptly see their ideas influence many key areas due to the fast pace of Joby Aviation.
Responsibilities
Own and improve existing production workstations, tools and procedures
Own design of new processes, tools, and equipment for upcoming projects
Directly collaborate with Production team to support training
Author Manufacturing Execution System (MES) procedures for Production team to use.
Participate in cross functional work with Product Design and Test teams on current process/equipment/tool development
Participate in program level strategy decisions
Required
BS in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent
2+ years of relevant industry experience
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals
Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills while working with cross-functional teams
Passion for diving into the details and providing constructive feedback to the team and other cross-functional teams
Proactive, driven, and a self-starter personality
Desired
Experience in manufacturing in a regulated environment such as 14 CFR Part 21, ISO9001, ISO 13485, TS16949, or equivalent
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $70,304 - $110,000/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Additional Information
Joby is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
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