Manufacturing Design Engineer

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $200B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.About the RoleDandy is hiring a hands-on Manufacturing Design Engineer with expertise in product manufacturing and new product introduction(NPI). The Manufacturing Design Engineer is responsible for managing and guiding development activities of highly skilled process development, NPI, and lab technician teams within Dandy’s Manufacturing Design group. This person will support the team to develop processes for building extraordinary products from existing and new ideas based on business needs. This person should possess a blend of business and technical knowledge, allowing for big-picture vision and the ability to dive deep into specific challenges. MD team members operate autonomously, demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, and juggle competing priorities with ease.What You'll DoManage innovation within the manufacturing design team by challenging the technical team to implement new processes while maintaining timely readiness for mass production. Build consensus by engaging with a talented engineering team, the executive leadership team, and an international supply chain. Work with go-to-market teams to strategize and launch these productsCreate process development schedules indicating critical path and key decision milestonesFacilitate communication and cross functional alignment within the Manufacturing Design organization and with other Dandy teamsDrive suppliers, integrate their deliverables and schedules into the overall projectUtilize a multi-functional team of engineers to meet overall program objectives Drive issue resolution and risk management in order to meet timeline Work with Advance Manufacturing team to define and establish supply chain requirements utilizing selected equipment and manufacturing suppliers Use data to drive process decisions, basic data analysis, DOEs, SPC, etc. Identify, research, develop, and qualify premier equipment manufacturers and suppliers Processes involved: CNC Machining, Surface Finishing, Polishing, Painting and Quality Controls Travel 25-50%What We're Looking ForB.S/M.S in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Metallurgy; or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability4+ years of program management experience with accomplishments in concept to market product and process developmentAbility to lead concept, design and proof of concept work with minimal supervision and guidance. Experienced working with multidisciplinary groups, driving schedule and tasksExperience bringing new products to market using design controls: Proto, EVT, DVT & PVTExperience with dental products (preferred)Bonus Points ForStrong professional references showcasing successful past projects.Relentlessly positive attitude and the ability to have fun at work. Strong CAD/Solidworks, drafting practices, GD&T, and tolerance analysis experience. Strong materials backgroundFor full-time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!

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