Staff, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

The Staff, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Juul Labs is responsible for the definition, planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing automation, semi-automation, manual fixturing, sustaining operations, and process improvement for Juul devices, pods, and accessories. This role supports product development in areas such as requirements specification, design reviews, Failure Modes & Effects Analysis, and equipment qualification, field, and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT).

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing acceptance testing and installation of automated equipment at vendors and contract manufacturers
• Ensuring machine operation, service, PM manual, mechanical and electrical drawings, and software are controlled and updated
• Collaborating with CM's automation and/or equipment engineering team to identify areas for improvement and implement resolutions to automation challenges
• Defining critical and consumable spare parts lifetime
• Coordinating and documenting project designs, estimates, schedules, and costs
• Monitoring and managing changes to project schedule, cost, and scope
• Identifying, communicating, and managing ongoing project/technical risks related to equipment and process development
• Supporting the development of process work instructions, calibration and preventive maintenance schedules, and equipment qualification/validation documentation
• Completing project deliverables and monitoring project schedule and scope changes
• Preparing standard reports/documentation to communicate status, risk, and results

The ideal candidate will have:

• 10+ years of experience specifying, designing, and/or qualifying automated manufacturing lines and robotic applications, with high-volume manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• 3+ years of experience working on key manufacturing processes utilized by Juul Labs (electronics component assembly, finished good assembly, and liquid filling)
• Excellent project management skills (PMP certification preferred)
• Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• Previous experience in areas such as Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Lean Manufacturing, Process Control Concepts, Design of Experiments (DOE), Software Validation, and design/process Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Relevant automation / AME experience with high-volume device manufacturing (medical, pharma, consumer electronics, or food/beverage industry)
• Strong analytical mind, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and flexibility as a dynamic team player
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred), with an advanced degree preferred

Juul Labs offers competitive compensation, equity, performance bonuses, and excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees and job applicants.