Manufacturing Engineer
The Manufacturing Engineer at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on executing engineering tasks to create, configure, and optimize industrial processes for electronics manufacturing. This position involves supporting new product introductions, process documentation, manufacturing process improvements, and providing technical support to ensure efficient production and quality. It offers hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
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What You’ll Do
This entry-level Manufacturing Engineer role supports production of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) and box assemblies. You will work under Engineering management to translate customer requirements into robust assembly and test processes and help optimize manufacturing for quality and throughput.
- Execute manufacturing engineering tasks and activities under direction of Manufacturing Engineering management.
- Manage Bill of Materials (BOM), document control, and validate routing to ensure customer requirements are translated to assembly and test processes.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
- Prepare and maintain manufacturing process documentation and work instructions for release to the production floor.
- Create assembly documents, Bills of Process and SMT/AOI machine files using CAM350, Factory Logix, or other MES and CAD/CAM tools.
- Generate, control, and distribute Process Plans and procurement specifications.
- Perform Design for Manufacture (DfM) analysis with cross‑functional teams and produce actionable reports.
- Support engineering project schedules and coordinate tasks/resources to meet timelines.
- Participate in cross‑functional projects to improve production efficiency and product quality.
- Provide technical support to production to resolve engineering issues that affect flow and yield.
- Monitor KPIs and analyze data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Mechatronic, or related discipline) or equivalent industry/military training.
- New graduates or candidates with up to 4 years of engineering support experience in electronics manufacturing are encouraged to apply.
- Experience or coursework relevant to electronics manufacturing, BOM control, and NPI processes is a plus.
Skills & Tools
- Ability to interpret technical documents, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.
- Familiarity with PLM and MES systems.
- Experience or exposure to CAM350, Factory Logix, CAD/CAM and SMT/AOI file generation preferred.
- Understanding of manufacturing quality systems such as ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 or AS9100.
- Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) workflows and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
- Practical understanding of Design for Assembly and Test.
- Awareness of IPC standards, Lean principles, Six Sigma, and industrial ergonomics preferred.
- Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to learn quickly.
- Project coordination and basic project leadership capabilities are an asset.
Working Conditions
Physical and environmental demands include regular sitting and manual dexterity for office and lab tasks; standing, walking, reaching, occasional stooping, kneeling or crouching; lifting up to 10 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 40 lbs. Vision requirements include close and color vision and depth perception. The role may involve PPE and electrostatic-dissipative protection where required and occasional exposure to dust, solder/metal particulates, high noise from machinery, and moving equipment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required under applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for this position is $70,000–$105,000 USD per year. Full-time employees may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits. Final offer amount may vary based on experience, education, location, and shift.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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