Process Engineer

About the role

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s).

TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Support process improvement initiatives by collecting data, analyzing process performance, and recommending improvements.
• Aid in planning and implementing equipment and process modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques, and product yields.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Partner with Product Engineering and Design Engineering to ensure product designs are compatible with manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introduction activities by assisting with process development, validation, and production readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen activities.
• Collaborate with production personnel, technicians, quality, and cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and sustaining engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Basic knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and process improvement tools is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Production personnel.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technologies.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
• Bachelor's degree with little to no professional engineering experience, or equivalent related internship or co-op experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment through internships, co-ops, or academic projects preferred.
• Exposure to process improvement methodologies or statistical analysis tools is a plus.