Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.

Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

Lightship is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to optimize the production of our high-quality luxury recreational vehicle. This role focuses on enhancing efficiency and capacity by evaluating current manufacturing processes, developing and implementing new production plans, and reducing overall manufacturing costs.

• Interpret engineering drawings, apply manufacturing knowledge, and use digital tools to design efficient, high-quality processes, jigs, and workstations.
• Select and procure equipment, tools, and fixtures that meet Lightship specifications and project needs, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
• Use structured problem-solving and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance efficiency.
• Assists with line capacity planning and leads yield improvement projects in collaboration with management and inputs from engineering.
• Estimates manufacturing costs, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements.
• Using feedback from product quality, provides corrective action and monitors implementation.
• Drives continuous improvement projects to elevate product performance in manufacturing.
• Complete readiness assessments and ensure successful launches into production.
• Develop and maintain production documentation (work instructions, test procedures, etc.)
• Multi-tasking and active engagement in the production environment.
• Identify risks to production and implement mitigation plans.
• Assists production personnel with troubleshooting and guidance resolving everyday issues.
• Participate in daily standup meetings to ensure daily goals are met as needed.

• Bachelor of Science in Electric, Mechanical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or evidence of exceptional experience in related fields or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing environments (preferably automotive or aerospace).
• Planning capacity increases and production floor layouts and line balancing
• Providing manufacturing floor support, designing, creating, and improving jigs and fixtures.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment to execute tasks under general direction.
• Experience working successfully in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Reading and understanding GD&T drawings and technical documents.
• Solid presentation and computer skills (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Projects, etc.)
• Experience with NPI and transition to production.

• Project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in the automotive industry

• Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.

$95,000 - $115,000 a year

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Flexible Paid Time Off - that we actually want you to use!
• 8 Company Holidays + the company observes a period of scheduled downtime during the end of the year for a week, allowing all employees to enjoy a break
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• $2,000 per year towards an RV trip of your own & or professional development opportunities - we call this a Light Trip

Lightship offers all of its full time employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance and covers 100% of the insurance premium. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.