Manufacturing Engineer (Bedok)

SANMINA-SCI SYSTEMS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina-Sci Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to drive NPI launches and establish robust production processes in Singapore.

You will lead IPC-compliant process development, BOM setup, tooling coordination, line balancing, and continuous improvement while mentoring staff and collaborating with vendors and customers. Strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in process engineering preferred.
• Certification or formal IPC/Lean Six Sigma training preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and cross-functional communication ability.
• Familiarity with PCBA and TLA manufacturing processes preferred.
• Knowledge of box build operations and ERP/MES systems.

Responsibilities

• NPI Execution: Launch New Product Introductions from customers and transfer products.
• DFM: Analyze manufacturability to improve product design for production.
• Process Development: Design and establish production processes.
• System Setup: Create and maintain BOM and routings in ERP/MES.
• Tooling: Liaise with tooling vendors for fixtures and tooling.
• Documentation: Develop SOPs and Work Instructions for production.
• Training: Train staff on new processes, tools, and equipment.
• Standards Compliance: Ensure IPC standards and internal quality protocols.
• Process Monitoring: Track process yields and KPIs.
• Technical Problem Solving: Lead resolution of bottlenecks in real-time.
• Line Balancing: Conduct time studies to optimize cycle times and labor efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Improve yields per quality KPIs.
• ECO/ECN: Implement engineering changes to customer products.
• Customer Presentations: Present product performance to customers.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to EHS guidelines.
• Mentorship: Mentor engineering staff through knowledge sharing.
• General Support: Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Manufacturing Engineer.

Skills

IPC standards

Lean Six Sigma

Process engineering

Box build operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• NPI Execution:Execute product transfers and the launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) from customers.

• DFM:Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) analysis on customer products to improve product manufacturability.

• Process Development:Design and establish product manufacturing processes.

• System Setup:Create and maintain the Bill of Materials (BOM) and production routings in the ERP/MES system.

• Tooling:Liaise with tooling vendors to design and fabricate the necessary tooling or fixtures to manufacture products.

• Documentation:Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI) for the production team.

• Training:Train production staff and operators on new manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment.

• Standards Compliance:Ensure all manufacturing processes and equipment operations strictly comply with IPC standards and internal quality protocols.

• Process Monitoring:Constantly monitor process yields, ensuring they meet company KPIs.

• Technical Problem Solving:Act as the technical lead to resolve production bottlenecks and complex process issues in real-time.

• Line Balancing:Conduct time studies and line balancing to optimize cycle time and improve labor efficiency.

• Continuous Improvement:Improve product manufacturing process yields per company quality KPIs.

• ECO/ECN:Conduct and implement engineering changes to customer products.

• Customer Presentations:Conduct product performance presentations to customers.

• Safety Compliance:Ensure all manufacturing processes and floor operations comply with company Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) guidelines.

• Mentorship:Support the development of engineering assistants through technical knowledge sharing.

• General Support:Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manufacturing Engineer.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in process engineering is preferred.
• Certification or formal training in IPC standards or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of PCBA and TLA manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Familiarity with box build operations.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the tenacity to overcome operational constraints.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with other departments.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.