Manufacturing Engineer

Hypercraft's mission is to make EV and Hybrid technology more widely available to early adopters who believe in the many benefits of electric propulsion. We are among the first companies in the world to supply complete, electric-powered drive systems (powertrains) for manufacturers of vehicles in the automotive, racing, defense, commercial, and marine industries.

We exist to give bold visionaries and builders of the future access to advanced propulsion technology, and to help those companies more quickly launch and scale their businesses. We are driven to be the thought leader in our industry, and to build a strong industry ecosystem.

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Hypercraft, you will play a critical role in shaping how our products go from prototype to scalable production. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on improving manufacturability during the design phase, building processes for first builds, and supporting the transition to production. You’ll work directly with design, controls, and test engineering teams to optimize assemblies, reduce complexity, and drive efficient build strategies across our product lines.

This is not a traditional production support role, this is a builder role, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to directly influence how real hardware gets made.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary DFM/DFA voice within the engineering team to improve part and system-level manufacturability
• Partner with design engineers to guide product development decisions with production feasibility, scalability, and quality in mind
• Design and implement prototype assembly processes, work instructions, and test workflows
• Develop and release manufacturing documentation including work instructions, control plans, and test procedures
• Design and build basic tools, jigs, and fixtures to support prototype and low-volume production
• Support early unit validation including end-of-line testing and traceability systems
• Troubleshoot early build and pilot production issues and implement process improvements
• Work with external partners (e.g., vendors, contract manufacturers, procurement/supply chain) to support manufacturing readiness
• Drive process handoff from engineering to production, ensuring build readiness and knowledge transfer
• Collaborate across departments to balance quality, cost, and build efficiency
• Support engineering change processes and prototype BOM evolution
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering roles with a focus on new product development, prototyping, and transition-to-production activities
• Strong understanding of DFM and DFX principles and ability to influence design early in development
• Skilled in CAD (SolidWorks preferred), basic fixture design, and hands-on build/test environments
• Experience developing and optimizing low-volume or pilot assembly processes
• Strong problem-solving, creative thinking, and adaptability in ambiguous or fast-changing environments
• Versed in lean manufacturing principles, control plans, and PFMEA documentation
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, supply chain, and operations
  
  

Preffered Experience

• Background in EV systems, battery packs, wire harnesses, or high-voltage assemblies
• Experience in a startup or rapid-growth manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems and ECO processes
• Exposure to ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 production environments
  
  

Compensation

• This position requires on-site work from our Provo, UT office.
• This is a full-time salaried position with benefits commensurate with experience.
• Pay range: $90,000 to $125,000 DOE, plus stock options.
  
  

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