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Blox

Blox

Design and manufacture modular architectural components

Manufacturing Engineer 2

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Bessemer, AL, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • Five to ten years of manufacturing or process engineering experience is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
  • Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis including 8D and A3, Statistical Process Control, and time studies.
  • Experience with cost reduction methodologies and process optimization.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, BIM360, Power BI, Visio, Airtable, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
  • Advance and support Engineering Management Systems and processes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and construction teams.
  • Analyze current-state processes and develop future-state improvements.
  • Drive cost reduction, cycle-time improvement, and waste elimination.
  • Develop and track key performance indicators to measure performance.
  • Create standard work, work instructions, and production line layouts.
  • Optimize workflow, manpower utilization, and equipment efficiency.
  • Lead problem-solving initiatives involving root cause, scheduling, flow, and optimization.
  • Develop and execute improvement plans aligned with business goals.
  • Train teams on lean manufacturing and problem-solving methodologies.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Experience influencing and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Strong communication skills and a sense of urgency.

About the company

Blox creates modular architectural solutions by blending design and manufacturing into a single workflow. It designs and manufactures modular building components that are then assembled into complete structures, enabling faster, more precise construction with controlled costs. The approach is guided by GA Studio architects, emphasizing elegant, well-integrated solutions for complex projects such as healthcare facilities. Compared with competitors, Blox differentiates itself through in-house design‑and‑manufacturing integration and a track record of rapid growth, targeting sophisticated clients and large-scale, specialized buildings. The company aims to continue growing its modular portfolio and attract top talent to deliver high-quality projects efficiently.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$63M

Headquarters

Bessemer, Alabama

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • BLOX claims over 600 employees and 10,000 installed medical modules as of September 2026.
  • It remains the largest U.S. manufacturer of healthcare buildings, strengthening buyer credibility.
  • The August 2026 $1 million seed round from Kivo Technology extends product and regulatory push.

What critics are saying

  • Healthcare construction cycles are lumpy; one cancelled hospital order can crush near-term revenue.
  • BLOX depends on Alabama manufacturing capacity, creating execution risk from labor, quality, and plant disruptions.
  • If modular hospital adoption stalls, its fixed-cost factory model becomes existentially unprofitable.

What makes Blox unique

  • BLOX pairs architecture and manufacturing inside a million-square-foot Bessemer facility.
  • Its 2x2x2 model promises twice quality, value, and speed versus conventional construction.
  • It specializes in complex healthcare modules, including surgery ceilings, headwalls, and exam rooms.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
Leads on Trees
Sep 17th, 2024
BLOX Secures $20M in Series B Funding to Revolutionize Healthcare Building Design

BLOX secures $20M in series B funding to revolutionize healthcare building design.