Manufacturing Engineer
Company: Elve Inc
Location: Davis
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Who is Elve? Elve, Inc is a
deep-tech startup located in Davis, CA, focused on groundbreaking
technologies that enable ultra-fast wireless internet access for
urban and remote areas. Our innovative approach to designing and
manufacturing high-efficiency lightweight millimeter-wave and
near-THz RF power amplifiers is shaping the future of wireless
connectivity beyond 5G. We are actively seeking a Manufacturing
Engineer who is passionate about operational excellence and
continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. If you enjoy
working in a collaborative and fast-paced setting, we invite you to
join our team! Job Description The Manufacturing Engineer at Elve
will be responsible for developing, implementing, and improving
manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality, and
safety. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to
identify process bottlenecks and implement effective solutions.
This role will include a variety of tasks such as conducting root
cause analyses, participating in design reviews, and optimizing
production workflows. You will also play a key role in developing
manufacturing documentation, training staff on new processes, and
ensuring compliance with quality standards. Work Environment May
include some or all of the following environments: Manufacturing
Facility Cleanroom Laboratory Office Requirements Must have:
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, or a related field Proven experience as a
Manufacturing Engineer or in a similar role Strong knowledge of
manufacturing processes, tools, and techniques Hands-on experience
with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) Familiarity with
quality assurance methodologies and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, FMEA)
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong
communication and teamwork abilities Ability to work effectively in
a fast-paced, dynamic environment Good to have: Experience in RF or
high-tech manufacturing environments Knowledge of lean
manufacturing principles Familiarity with process improvement
methodologies Experience with statistical process control (SPC)
Minimum Qualifications 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing
engineering or related field Experience with production
documentation and process analysis Ability to lift 50 lbs and
engage in physical manufacturing activities as required To conform
to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including Export
Administration Regulations (EAR), to work in this role you must be
one of the following: a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident
of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from
the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about export control here.
Benefits Benefits Include: Competitive salary Health benefits
(medical, dental, vision) Vacation time A taste of the start-up
life Exposure to cutting-edge technology in vacuum electronics,
materials science, and additive manufacturing. Rubbing shoulders
and brainstorming with multiple Ph.D. and masters-level engineers
What it’s like to work at Elve We are a small team (for now!) on a
mission to bring the next generation of high-speed wireless
connectivity to a billion people worldwide. That kind of impact is
not going to be achieved with incremental improvements- we are
gunning for orders of magnitude advances in production capability,
cost, size, and power in the mm-wave RF amplifier market. We ask
“dumb” questions all the time because we always have something to
learn. We work really hard, make sure to get good sleep, handle
conflict intentionally, and expect great things from each
other.
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