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In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com.\nView the SENS Product Catalog\nSummary\nSENS is looking fora hands-on Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to identify, develop, and implement technologies that fundamentally improve how our products are built and how our factory operates. This role will turn emerging manufacturing technologies into practical, scalable production solutions that improve safety, productivity, quality, material flow, capacity, and operator effectiveness.\nThis is an execution-focused engineering role. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will turn opportunities into working production solutions by developing and testing concepts, building business cases, selecting and managing vendors and integrators, and leading projects through design, implementation, validation, and production handoff. The role will work closely with Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, IT, Quality, Safety, and other functions to advance our manufacturing capabilities through technology.\nResponsibilities\nLead advanced manufacturing projects from concept through production implementation, including requirements development, technical evaluation, proof-of-concept, business case/ROI, vendor selection, design, implementation, validation, and production handoff.\nDevelop and implement automation solutions for manufacturing and assembly processes, including robotics, collaborative robots, automated tooling and fixtures, machine vision, sensors, controls, and other production technologies.\nDevelop digital manufacturing and smart factory solutions that connect people, equipment, materials, and production systems, including automated data collection, digital Andon and material triggers, dashboards, system integration, and real-time production visibility.\nDevelop and implement technologies that improve material flow and operator effectiveness, including automated material handling, pick-to-light systems, digital replenishment, electronic Kanban, augmented reality, and other visual or digital production tools.\nEvaluate, prototype, and apply emerging manufacturing technologies such as machine learning, predictive maintenance, IIoT, augmented reality, advanced sensing, autonomous material movement, and other technologies; rapidly prove concepts and scale successful solutions into production.\nDevelop technical specifications and manage equipment suppliers, automation vendors, and system integrators; lead equipment design reviews, FAT/SAT, installation, commissioning, qualification, validation, and production handoff while ensuring solutions meet production, quality, reliability, and machine safety requirements.\nEstablish KPIs and performance requirements for advanced manufacturing projects and measure results against productivity, labor efficiency, quality, capacity, reliability, cost reduction, and return-on-investment targets.\nPartner with Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering to evaluate prioritized opportunities and determine where automation, digitalization, or advanced technology can deliver the greatest operational impact.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role.\nExperience in advanced manufacturing, industrial automation, manufacturing engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field, with demonstrated experience implementing new technologies in a production environment.\nStrong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to work hands-on with production equipment, manufacturing processes, and cross-functional teams.\nDemonstrated ability to personally execute technical projects from concept through successful production implementation, including developing requirements, solving technical problems, and working directly with production equipment and processes.\nExperience developing technical specifications and successfully managing automation vendors, equipment suppliers, and system integrators through implementation and production acceptance.\nStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, automation, equipment integration, production systems, and factory operations.\nAbility to lead technical projects and effectively manage priorities, requirements, schedules, risks, and cross-functional coordination.\nPreferred Qualifications\nHands-on experience programming or integrating PLCs, robotics, collaborative robots, machine vision, sensors, industrial controls, or automated equipment.\nExperience with manufacturing system integration, APIs, SQL, Python, industrial communication protocols, or production data architectures.\nExperience implementing smart factory or Industry 4.0 technologies such as Internet of Things, connected equipment, automated data collection, augmented reality, machine learning, or predictive maintenance.\nExperience with automated material handling technologies such as AGVs/AMRs, pick-to-light, electronic Kanban, digital replenishment, or other intelligent material-flow systems.\nExperience developing and justifying advanced manufacturing projects through ROI, labor savings, capacity improvements, quality improvements, and other measurable operational benefits.\nLocation: Longmont, CO\nBase Compensation: $103,000 - $146,000 is the projected annual base salary range for this role and will be determined on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.\nBonus:This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.\nClosing Date: October 15th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.\nOnsite Perks\nFree gym with 24/7 access\nFree Electric Vehicle charging\nBreakfast and Lunch Café\nAfter hours Grab & Go snacks\nBasketball court\nWalking paths\nBenefits\nPaid Time Off\nPaid holidays\nMedical insurance\nDental insurance\nVision insurance\nShort-term and long-term disability\nLife insurance\n401(k) plan with immediate vesting\nEmployee referral program\nTuition reimbursement\nProfessional development \nAt SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.\nWe pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.\nWe hope you're interested in making a difference with us. 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