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SnapManufacturing Engineer
LocationAbingdon - 141 Park Drive
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentSpecs Operations Team
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedOct 5, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience
1+ years of relevant industry experience in high-precision hardware, consumer electronics, optics, or wearables
Practical, hands-on approach to equipment setup, fixture debugging, prototype assembly, reading engineering drawings (GD&T), and solving hardware issues directly on the shop floor
Some working knowledge of measurement system analysis (Gage R&R), PFMEA, and statistical process control (SPC) or DOE
Experience working with suppliers
Experience working with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and deploying custom assembly tooling or automation
Familiarity with bespoke manufacturing equipment, precision tooling design, automation, and test fixture integration
Good attention to detail and data-driven decision-making
Adaptable, team-first mentality with the ability to communicate effectively
Certification or experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (e.g., White Belt / Yellow Belt / Green Belt)
Solid understanding of Design for Excellence (DFX/DFM/DFA) principles, FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and yield optimization strategies
Experience identifying manufacturing NUDDs (New Unique Difficult Different)
CAD experience in NX or Solidworks
Ability to travel internationally/domestically up to 15% of the time
Skills
NX
Solidworks
Benefits
Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Mental health support
About the company
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
Specs Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Snap Inc. dedicated to making computing more human. The company develops Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world.
Specs feature see-through lenses that place digital objects directly into three-dimensional space, powered by Snap OS, a proprietary, context-aware operating system designed for natural interaction with your hands and voice.
Specs Inc. also provides Lens Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services.
About the role
We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Specs Operations Team at Snap Inc.!
Responsibilities
What you’ll do:
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Map out manufacturing process flows, identify potential NUDDs (New, Unique, Different, Difficult), and lead or participate in PFMEAs to evaluate and prove out critical assembly processes and technology readiness.
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Specify and manage production equipment and tool development from concept through to commissioning, working with third party equipment suppliers.
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Lead equipment qualification, including: setup, calibration, Factory/Site/Production Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT/PAT), and Gage R&R (GR&R) studies across internal fabs and partner facilities.
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Propose, evaluate, and deploy bespoke equipment, custom tooling, and automated test fixtures to optimize assembly, streamline workflows, and ensure robust production standards.
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Act as a technical interface for external contract manufacturing partners, driving Design for Manufacture (DFM), yield improvements, line balancing, and hands-on root-cause troubleshooting through NPI into mass production.
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Solve technical issues directly on the production line, often in real time, within our internal fabs or at our manufacturing partners.
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Actively embody a “One Team” mindset by partnering seamlessly across multidisciplinary functions (Design, Quality, Optical, Mechanical, and Supply Chain) and support factory floor activities, alongside technicians and operators, to take hardware from concept to volume manufacturing.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Practical, hands-on approach to equipment setup, fixture debugging, prototype assembly, reading engineering drawings (GD&T), and solving hardware issues directly on the shop floor.
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Some working knowledge of measurement system analysis (Gage R&R), PFMEA, and statistical process control (SPC) or DOE.
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Experience working with suppliers.
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Experience working with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and deploying custom assembly tooling or automation.
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Familiarity with bespoke manufacturing equipment, precision tooling design, automation, and test fixture integration.
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Good attention to detail and data-driven decision-making.
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Adaptable, team-first mentality with the ability to communicate effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
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1+ years of relevant industry experience in high-precision hardware, consumer electronics, optics, or wearables.
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Ability to travel internationally/domestically up to 15% of the time, TBC based on project phases.
Nice to have
Preferred Qualifications:
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Certification or experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (e.g., White Belt / Yellow Belt / Green Belt).
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Solid understanding of Design for Excellence (DFX/DFM/DFA) principles, FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and yield optimization strategies.
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Experience identifying manufacturing NUDDs (New Unique Difficult Different)
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CAD experience in NX or Solidworks
Legal
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
“Default Together” Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
Benefits
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!