DFX Engineer
6 days ago• Seattle, WA
As a DFX Engineer at Meta, you will be essential in driving manufacturing progress and preparing Reality Labs (RL) products for mass production. You will work closely with teams focused on Virtual Reality, Wearables, and Smart Glasses to address complex manufacturing challenges through early design interventions, development of advanced/repeatable processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your efforts will help guarantee that Meta's innovative devices are scalable, cost-efficient, and meet the highest quality standards.
DFX Engineer Responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership and coaching on manufacturing best practices
- Conduct detailed CAD reviews to identify manufacturing pain points and design alternatives
- Develop and qualify manufacturing processes and equipment for final assembly, packaging lines, and optical module automation
- Create and approve manufacturing documentation including process flows, SOPs, qualification packages, and fixture/equipment designs
- Create Engineering Requirements Specification (ERS) documents and review/approve all proposals from vendors
- Drive New Technology Introduction (NTI) initiatives
- Support factory operations by troubleshooting assembly line issues, conducting failure analysis, and driving process improvements
- Collaborate with internal partners (Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Design, Quality, Operations, CapEx, and TPM teams), external contract manufacturers (CMs) and suppliers/vendors
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed
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- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 3+ years of engineering experience in product design, manufacturing, or process engineering
- Experience with CAD software (NX Preferred)
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing operations
- GD&T and tolerance analysis experience
- Competency in statistical software such as JMP or MiniTab
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers in Asia Pacific
- Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Experience in automation and machine design for high precision manufacturing
- Cleanroom manufacturing experience
- Skilled at identifying lessons learned from past programs and effectively educating key stakeholders on program impact
- Experience in leveraging AI tools to perform routine tasks
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
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$111,000/year to $164,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2btvMAB
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-01T00:19:56
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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