Staff Manufacturing Engineer - Night Shift

Bloom Energy • Newark, DE

12h • Onsite

About The Position

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Staff Manufacturing Engineer to provide full engineering support during night shift operations . This individual will be the primary technical resource onsite , responsible for ensuring smooth production, troubleshooting equipment and process issues. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, and can work independently with minimal supervision while providing technical leadership to the night shift team . This role will report to Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and based in Newark, DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role .

Requirements

• Engineering degree required – Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering degree.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in high-volume or complex assembly operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems .
• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 tools is a plus.
• Proficient in applying Lean and Six Sigma principles, including Kaizen, SMED, and Yamazumi, to optimize line balance and takt time.
• Skilled in CAD tools (SolidWorks), DFM, GD&T, ERP/MRP/MES systems and data visualization platforms (Quicksight, Tableau, Power BI).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment , robotics, and automated systems.
• Hands-on experience deploying PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMIs, and SCADA systems (Ignition, WinCC) to automate and monitor production processes.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 tools including digital twins (Siemens Tecnomatix, Dassault DELMIA), IIoT platforms, and MES systems (Tulip, Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens Opcenter).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the sole technical authority during night shift operations, supporting all manufacturing processes and equipment, making critical decisions to maintain production continuity.
• Provide real-time troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to resolve technical challenges and maintain product quality.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and accountability within the night shift team.
• Represent engineering in cross-functional discussions during shift meetings and escalate issues appropriately
• Provide clear communication and direction to night shift supervisors and operators during technical challenges
• Document shift activities, issues, and resolutions for handoff to day-shift engineering and management teams.
• Monitor and optimize process performance , ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, DMAIC, PFMEA) to resolve production issues and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Support preventive maintenance and coordinate emergency repairs as needed.

Benefits

• competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution
• a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• generous Mental Health Support services
• Legal services
• virtual Physical Therapy access
• Fertility & Family Forming benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees