Data-Driven Manufacturing Engineer (Electronics)

Foxconn Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. (FII); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. (FII) in Houston is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Continuous Improvement team. You will optimize production processes, improve manufacturability, and drive efficiency through data-driven solutions.

This role directly impacts new product launches, improvements to existing processes, and overall plant performance. Responsibilities include refining process flows and layouts, tooling design, and supporting capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or related engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with high-mix/high-volume electronics manufacturing (SMT, PCBA, systems integration preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Experience using AutoCAD or equivalent drafting software.
• Proven ability to apply engineering principles to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Strong data analysis skills (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar tools).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve process flow, equipment layout, and space utilization to maximize efficiency.
• Apply data-driven and analytical methods to improve quality, reduce costs, and shorten lead times.
• Design and implement tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support production operations.
• Collaborate on capital equipment justifications and support implementation.
• Monitor daily production activities to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support large-scale production projects, ensuring layout, equipment, and material availability meet customer demand.
• Conduct current-state manufacturing assessments and propose future-state solutions with measurable benefits.
• Work cross-functionally with purchasing and warehousing to improve inventory management systems.
• Develop and maintain accurate plant layouts using AutoCAD.
• Partner with Design Engineering to transition new products into manufacturing, ensuring requirements are met.
• Develop and deliver training for production teams on new equipment and processes.
• Create work instructions to improve quality and training.
• Author and maintain clear work instructions to support quality and training.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Communicate effectively with employees, customers, and external partners, demonstrating sound judgment and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Engineering drawings

BOM interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Foxconn Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. (FII) in Houston is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Continuous Improvement team. You will optimize production processes, improve manufacturability, and drive efficiency through data-driven solutions.

This role directly impacts new product launches, improvements to existing processes, and overall plant performance. Responsibilities include refining process flows and layouts, tooling design, and supporting capital projects.