Factory Integration Engineer
Company: Approach Venture
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Integration Engineer - Come
Build the Factory Systems Powering Next-Generation Optical
Hardware! Los Angeles, CA | On-site Opportunity Summary A
fast-growing, venture-backed hardware startup is building advanced
optical computing systems that push the limits of physics,
manufacturing, and system integration. The company designs and
operates its own production facilities, combining high-performance
hardware with tightly integrated software and automation. The
Integration Engineer will play a critical, hands-on role in
bringing factory equipment online, developing test infrastructure,
and ensuring optical systems perform reliably in a high-volume
manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for engineers who
enjoy working directly with hardware, solving real-world problems
on the production floor, and owning complex systems from setup
through operation. About Us We are an engineering-driven
organization focused on developing advanced optical technologies
for the future of computing and data processing. Our team builds
custom manufacturing systems in-house, emphasizing precision,
scalability, and performance. With a strong culture of technical
ownership and rapid execution, we are scaling our operations to
support high-volume production of next-generation optical hardware.
Job Duties Bring new manufacturing and lab equipment online, from
installation through full operation Design, build, and maintain
electrical and optical test systems for validation and production
Support optical performance characterization using custom test
setups and instrumentation Integrate new tools, fixtures, and
automated systems into the manufacturing workflow Work closely with
process, optical, and manufacturing engineers on system performance
Diagnose and resolve equipment, tooling, and test infrastructure
issues in real time Develop calibration, qualification, and
validation procedures for factory systems Support pilot production
builds and transitions from development to manufacturing Create
clear documentation for test methods, workflows, and system
configurations Drive improvements in reliability, yield, and
overall production efficiency Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s
degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical
Engineering, or a related field 3 years of hands-on experience in
integration, manufacturing, or test engineering Proven experience
bringing up factory or lab equipment Strong background in
system-level integration and test infrastructure Familiarity with
optical testing tools, instrumentation, or photonics systems
Comfortable working in fast-paced, hardware-focused environments
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis abilities
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed Preferred
Experience Experience with photonics, optical systems, or
fiber-based technologies Background in high-precision manufacturing
or advanced packaging environments Familiarity with automation
systems, motion platforms, or factory tooling Experience
transitioning products from prototype to production Exposure to
data acquisition systems and test automation Why Join Us
High-impact role with ownership over critical manufacturing systems
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical hardware Hands-on
engineering environment with real-world problem solving Rapid
company growth with strong technical leadership Collaborative,
cross-functional engineering culture Exposure to both R&D and
high-volume production operations Ability to shape factory systems
from the ground up Meaningful equity Compentive benefits and PTO
Compensation Details $120,000 - $180,000 LI-AV
Keywords: Approach Venture, Hawthorne , Factory Integration Engineer, Engineering , Los Angeles, California
