Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Lead Manufacturing Engineer 

Radiant is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer who will build and lead a team to design and implement a production line for mass production of our microreactor technology. You will partner cross-functionally with engineers, factory operations, and supply chain to plan and execute a successful, streamlined manufacturing processes and operations. The ideal candidate brings experience new product production lines, people leadership abilities, and the desire to be hands-on in a technical capacity from tooling design to machine set up.  

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide strong technical leadership with a focus on continuous improvement. 
• Set team goals and effectively manage projects to completion. 
• Engage with design engineering and operations teams to plan and implement a production facility for mass production and refueling of Kaleidos. 
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet evolving production requirements. 
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and product quality. 

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in mechanical, manufacturing, or other related engineering discipline. 
• 4+ years of experience with manufacturing of mechanical products in a production environment, preferably in high-tech or energy sectors. 

Desired Skills and Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in mechanical, manufacturing, or other related engineering discipline. 
• Experience with design and implementation of new product production tooling and equipment. 
• Experience with machining and ancillary operations such as milling, turning, grinding, EDM of materials. 
• Experience with interpreting engineering drawings and models, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). 
• Experience with inspection systems including manual gauges and coordinate-measuring machine (CMM). 
• Experience with non-destructive testing/non-destructive evaluation (e.g. fluorescent penetrant inspection, radiography, eddy current). 
• Experience with custom machine design; electromechanical systems, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, lifting/rigging, etc. 
• Experience with design of multi-component assemblies in CAD (NX or similar). 
• Experience leading and mentoring engineers.  
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with design and operations teams. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to achieve company goals. 
• Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ.