Manufacturing Development Engineer

Manufacturing Development Engineering

In the Experience Design Group (EDG), we're obsessed with driving innovation to deliver transformative outcomes for our customers. We develop and execute technology strategies that push the boundaries of what's possible, leveraging our expertise in applied research and advanced engineering to create game-changing solutions. Through strategic engagements with key suppliers and partners, we accelerate technology development and bring innovative ideas to reality. Our team is relentless in its pursuit of excellence, collaborating across functions to turn visionary concepts into tangible products that exceed customer expectations. By fostering a culture of innovation and experimentation, we empower the creation of novel solutions that drive meaningful impact and improve the lives of those we serve. We're driven by a singular focus: to harness the power of innovation to deliver better outcomes, faster, and to make a lasting difference for our customers

What You’ll Achieve

As a Manufacturing Development Engineer focused on new technology investigation, you will play a critical role in discovering, evaluating, and advancing next-generation manufacturing processes.

You will:

Lead deep technical investigations into emerging and disruptive manufacturing technologies

Identify, evaluate, and prototype new processes with the potential to transform product design and production

Translate early-stage concepts into practical demonstrations and scalable solutions

Partner with suppliers, research institutions, and industry leaders to assess external capabilities and accelerate innovation

Develop insights and recommendations that shape technology strategy and long-term roadmaps

Collaborate across product engineering, design, and marketing to align new manufacturing capabilities with customer needs

Take the first step towards your dream career

Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials), with 10+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing or technology development

Proven track record of leading new manufacturing technologies from concept through prototype to early-stage production

Deep expertise in at least one advanced manufacturing domain (e.g., materials processing, additive manufacturing, coating technologies, automation)

Demonstrated ability to drive technology evaluation and strategy in ambiguous, early-stage environments

Experience influencing cross-functional and senior stakeholders with clear, data-driven technical insights

Strong experience collaborating with external partners (suppliers, startups, research institutions) to co-develop new capability

Desirable Requirements

Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in manufacturing, materials, or related discipline

Recognized expertise (e.g., patents, publications, or industry leadership) in a manufacturing domain

Experience building or managing technology incubation pipelines or portfolios

Demonstrated success shaping long-term technology roadmaps or strategy

Experience scaling processes from prototype to pilot/early production

Familiarity with emerging ecosystems