Assoc Manufacturing Engineer

Vicor; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vicor is seeking an Associate Engineer to support development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes and equipment for power component packaging.

The role involves collaboration with NPI, Quality and Design teams to drive robust manufacturing products in a continuous improvement environment, with hands-on equipment involvement and problem-solving to improve yield and uptime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Co-op or internship experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with IATF 16949, PPAP, BIQ, FTQ a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive changes with legacy and new technology products to improve yield, uptime, and cost.
• Monitor line yield, scrap, and equipment utilization daily; rework as needed.
• Write qualification reports and present findings for peer review.

Skills

DMAIC Methodology

Root Cause Analysis

Collaboration

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

MS Degree is a Plus

Tools

SolidWorks

Pro/Engineer

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

The Associate engineer will be directly involved with development, implementation, and support of Manufacturing processes and equipment, supporting package fabrication for industry leading power component solutions.

Position requires a Collaborative approach working with NPI, Quality and Design teams to drive robust Manufacturing products in a continuous improvement environment.

Visa Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Job Description

• Drives change with legacy and new technology products, identifying process variability and working with manufacturing teams on tracking root causes leading to yield improvements, uptime and lower production cost.
• Monitor line yield, scrap and equipment utilization on a daily basis. Rework or disposition materials as appropriate.
• Writes qualification reports and prepares presentations for peer review covering process improvement activities to support technologies being developed that our customers use in applications
• Developing, qualifying and programming automated and semi auto equipment.
• Connect with vendors to identify new equipment needs supporting Vicor’s expansion and leading to better yield and/or cost savings
• Work independently as well as lead cross-functional development teams.
• Work with Design, Test, and Quality Engineering to implement yield and quality enhancements
• Work with hourly production and maintenance personnel to improve line performance and equipment uptime
• Review all new product designs for compatibility with process capability. Make recommendations on new designs.
• Identify and analyze data for trends
• Write and submit manufacturing documentation
• Investigate problems, determine root cause, and implement corrective and preventative actions through DMAIC method.
• Expected to be hands on with equipment, including occasional maintenance and troubleshooting

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor 's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mech Tech. MS Degree is a Plus.
• 1+ year of experience gained through Co-op or internship experience
• Experience with Automotive Requirements such as IATF 16949 Certification, PPAP, BIQ, FTQ a plus.
• Experience using design based software systems including Solid Works, Pro Engineer, or Auto CAD.
• Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve moderately complex technical problems

Compensation Data

Salary

$85,000 - $90,000

Please note : This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity,

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Vicor is an Equal Opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.