Manufacturing Process Engineer

About the role

Responsible for all aspects of product and process engineering in a state-of-the-art electronics manufacturing facility. Perform DFM and new product introduction for PCBAs and electronic system assemblies. Develop PFMEA and quality plans for product assembly. Define manufacturing processes and assembly cells to ensure cost, quality, and delivery goals. Participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and programs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the introduction of newly acquired customer programs.
• Perform DFM analysis and recommend design changes to improve manufacturability, quality, and reduce product cost.
• Perform PFMEA and develop control plans to ensure high product quality.
• Develop manufacturing processes and work instructions for product manufacture.
• Train operations on product performance and manufacturing processes.
• Work directly with outside vendors to develop tooling and tooling strategies for current and new products.
• Evaluate tooling for A/R ratios, layouts, clearances, and operator ergonomics using industry best practices.
• Attend daily stand-up meetings to discuss ongoing manufacturing challenges; implement process changes and update documentation as required.
• Support quality challenges and process improvements with cross-functional teams.
• Communicate engineering challenges and design-related manufacturing concerns to customer contacts, management, and the Program-Management Team.
• Participate in total quality and continuous improvement (CI) activities.
• Analyze process and test yield data to identify improvement opportunities; modify fixtures, tooling, and processes to improve yield.
• Participate in plant Kaizen events and perform 5 Why / 8D root cause corrective actions as required.
• Design work cells for system-level assemblies that support program takt time, utilizing Lean manufacturing philosophies and tools.
• Perform labor studies and work cell capacity analysis to meet production volume requirements.
• Perform mechanical operations and demonstrate proficiency with hand tools, torque drivers, drills, files, and small handheld power tools.
• Evaluate and recommend new processing techniques and equipment; assist in reviewing and comparing new process equipment acquisitions.
• Review quality and product data to ensure conformance to specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering or Manufacturing-Focused discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PCBA assembly technologies including SMT automation, wave soldering, and mechanical assembly.
• Proficient in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge and demonstrated use of Lean manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in total quality management.
• Experience working with customers on new production introduction and technical problem resolution.
• Experience with ISO-compliant quality systems and procedures.
• Must be a motivated self-starter working in a dynamic, team-based environment.

Pay

The annual salary for this role is expected to be between $80,000 and $115,000, depending on a combination of factors including the candidate’s experience, education, and industry knowledge.