Manufacturing Engineer I

Role overview

This position focuses on keeping an assigned manufacturing line performing efficiently and producing to quality standards. The role involves using data-driven problem solving, process improvement methods, and root-cause analysis to raise throughput, reduce waste, and improve line stability.

Key responsibilities

• Track the quality and efficiency of the assigned production line or lines and look for practical improvements.
• Work to optimize output while reducing downtime during changeovers, including supporting common setup approaches where possible.
• Review machine data to improve equipment utilization and cut down on machine-related scrap.
• Suggest cost-saving ideas by simplifying workflows, processes, and systems.
• Develop and keep updated wave and reflow soldering profiles.
• Make sure process settings stay within acceptable limits and deliver solder quality that meets IPC-610B or another relevant standard.
• Plan and arrange production tooling such as stencils, vacuum plates, wave solder pallets, and product-specific fixtures and jigs.
• Help coordinate line changes and machine relocation work, including equipment delivery, placement, installation, and support-group scheduling through the approved communication process.
• Check that scheduled maintenance is completed on the assigned line or lines.
• Promote clear communication and information sharing within the manufacturing engineering team and across support departments.
• Follow all safety, health, and security policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• About 1 to 2 years of relevant experience is expected, or an equivalent mix of education and work experience.
• Ability to analyze production data and use systematic problem-solving methods.
• Knowledge of process control, soldering processes, and manufacturing line operations.
• Comfort working with cross-functional support teams and coordinating operational activities.
• Understanding of safety and company security compliance requirements.

Important notice

Applicants should be alert to recruitment fraud. Communication during hiring should come through official company channels only. No payment is ever requested for interviews or any other stage of the hiring process, and personal identification or financial details should not be shared over phone or email. Suspected scams should be reported to the relevant website where the posting appeared and to local authorities if needed.