Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent in Medina, OH seeks an Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to bridge customer PCB designs with reliable production processes on SMT lines. The role is hands-on on the factory floor, owning processes from prototyping to volume production and new product introductions.

You will optimize SMT parameters, lead NPI builds, and ensure IPC/J-STD workmanship compliance while collaborating with quality and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent hands-on electronic manufacturing experience.
• Experience reading Gerber files and PCB data for manufacturing decisions.
• 3+ years in PCB design or related manufacturing roles.
• Ability to work on the production floor in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review customer designs and BOMs before production release to flag issues.
• Develop SMT process parameters and optimize stencil, paste, and reflow profiles.
• Create manufacturing BOMs from EBOMs and write detailed work instructions.
• Lead NPI builds from first article through ramp with cross-functional teams.
• Set up and maintain AOI and SPI systems to improve first-pass yield.
• Troubleshoot SMT line issues and support ICT/functional test fixture bring-up.
• Perform CAPA on quality escapes and drive sustainable improvements.

Skills

Floor-based hands-on

PCB design experience

Gerber files interpretation

Solder paste printing

Reflow oven profiles

AOI & SPI troubleshooting

SMT process optimization

Troubleshooting manufacturing issues

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

AOI

SPI

PCB design tools

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

This Electrical Manufacturing Engineer role focuses heavily on hands-on manufacturing rather than pure design. You will bridge the gap between customer PCB designs and reliable, repeatable production processes on SMT lines. This position is ideal for someone with PCB design experience who wants to move into an electrical manufacturing environment and own the processes that bring complex electronic assemblies from concept to volume production.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming customer designs, including Gerber files, bills of materials (BOMs), and assembly drawings, prior to production release to identify and flag potential issues before they reach the manufacturing floor.
• Develop, optimize, and document SMT process parameters such as stencil design, solder paste printing, reflow oven profiles, and pick-and-place programming to ensure robust, high-yield production.
• Convert engineering BOMs (EBOM) into manufacturing BOMs, including the creation of detailed work instructions, routing information, and traveler documentation to support smooth production flow.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) builds from first article through production ramp, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches and stable manufacturing processes.
• Set up, program, and maintain AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) systems, driving improvements in first-pass yield and reducing defects.
• Troubleshoot SMT line issues in real time, including component placement defects, solder joint failures, and test escapes, to minimize downtime and improve product quality.
• Support test engineering activities by assisting with ICT (In-Circuit Test) and functional test fixture bring-up, debug, and optimization to ensure effective test coverage.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective action (CAPA) on quality escapes and customer returns, implementing sustainable process improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and workmanship meet relevant industry standards, including IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001, and promote consistent adherence on the production floor.
• Coordinate with quality, purchasing, and production planning teams to resolve component sourcing challenges, address obsolescence, and manage approved substitutions.
• Maintain, update, and improve process documentation, work instructions, and control plans to reflect current best practices and support training and compliance.
• Support scheduling and coordination of equipment calibration and preventive maintenance for SMT and test equipment to maintain performance and reliability.
• Work directly and frequently on the production floor to observe processes, gather feedback, and implement improvements in real time.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience in electronic manufacturing.
• Experience working with Gerber files and interpreting PCB manufacturing data.
• At least 3 years of PCB design experience, including familiarity with PCB layout and electronic assembly considerations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, BOMs, and assembly drawings accurately.
• Comfort working directly on the production floor in a highly hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for PCB assemblies and SMT lines.
• Ability to analyze and optimize SMT process parameters, including stencil design, paste printing, and reflow profiles.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting manufacturing and process issues related to electronic assemblies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of SMT equipment such as pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, AOI, and SPI systems.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, including IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001, and their application to electronic assembly workmanship.
• Experience in a low-to-mid volume, high-mix contract manufacturing or similar environment.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems for BOM management, work order routing, and production planning.
• Experience with test fixture design or debug for ICT and functional test systems.
• Familiarity with wave soldering and selective soldering processes for through-hole and mixed-technology assemblies.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
• IPC certifications such as CIT (Certified IPC Trainer) or CID (Certified Interconnect Designer) are a plus.

Work Environment

This role is predominantly floor-based, with approximately 90% of your time spent on the production floor and 10% at a desk performing documentation, analysis, and coordination tasks. Standard working hours are either 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., providing a stable daytime schedule. You will work closely with SMT lines, AOI and SPI equipment, test fixtures, and other electronic manufacturing technologies in a dynamic, high-mix environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Medina, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Medina, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Medina,OH.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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