R&D Operations Engineer

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent demonstrated practical experience in a high-precision R&D/prototyping environment.
• Must have 3+ years of professional, hands-on experience in advanced CNC programming and precision machining.
• Expertise in applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 standards is required.
• Proven expertise in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting a wide array of fabrication equipment (e.g., multi-axis CNC, manual machines, TIG/MIG welding, laser cutting).
• Strong foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and material science.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360) for both design and tooling.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership or managerial capacity for a machine shop, R&D lab, or similar technical operation is highly desirable.
• Strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to lead projects and personnel in a dynamic R&D setting.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Last Energy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated R&D Operations Engineer to lead our rapid prototyping and internal manufacturing capabilities. This is a critical, hands-on role that requires a robust blend of mechanical engineering principles, advanced machining expertise, and manufacturing operations leadership. The Engineer will be responsible for accelerating the development and iteration of our groundbreaking projects by owning the full lifecycle of prototype development, from CAD/CAM to final fabrication and assembly, within our fast-paced R&D environment.

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