Electrical New Product Engineering (ENPIE)

Arista Networks; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Arista Networks in Santa Clara, CA seeks an Electrical NPI Engineer to bridge design and manufacturing for high-performance SMT PCBs. You will own NPI lifecycles, drive DFM improvements, and ensure quality from prototype to production.

You’ll collaborate with Hardware, ECAD, Mechanical, and CM teams, apply DFx principles, manage ECOs with PLM tools, and mentor manufacturing teams to boost yield and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5-7+ years in NPI
• Experience in Advanced SMT and 30+ layer PCB assembly
• PCA Design/Layout experience is a plus
• Strong circuit debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis (8D)
• DFx knowledge: DFM, DFR, DFT, DFC, DFQ
• PLM systems (Propel, Agile) for ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN processes
• Lifecycle management from prototype to end-of-life; BOM risk, second sourcing
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Marketing, TAC and CM Partners

Responsibilities

• Drive NPI for advanced SMT PCBs and resolve DFM issues
• Optimize high-layer-count PCB manufacturing and BGA assembly
• Lead process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Manage NPI lifecycles from prototype to full production
• Manage ECOs and PLM-based version control
• Drive continuous yield, cost, and quality improvements
• Develop SMT/PCB assembly best practices per IPC standards
• Coordinate with supply chain for inventory efficiency

Skills

NPI engineering

Advanced SMT

High-layer-count PCB

DFx (DFM/DFR/DFT/DFC/DFQ)

Circuit debugging

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Leadership & mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

BS/MS in Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Propel PLM

Agile PM

Job description

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Job Description

Who You’ll Work With

In this position, you will be working directly with Hardware Engineering, ECAD, Mechanical/Thermal, and Contract manufacturing teams that are at the core of development and building our products. Your role is highly collaborative; you will serve as the technical bridge between our internal Hardware and Mechanical Engineering teams and our external Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. By working closely with Engineering, Product Ops Managers and various cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our High Performance, High Layer Count PCA designs are successfully translated into high-volume production readiness through the NPI process.

What You’ll Do

This hands-on, technical role focuses on New Product Introduction (NPI) for advanced SMT PCBs. As an Electrical NPI Engineer, you will act as the technical bridge between design engineering and manufacturing partners, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM), reliability, and quality throughout the product lifecycle. You will oversee product designs, identify DFM improvements during early development, and support HWDE, SI, and CAD layout engineers. Key responsibilities include leveraging expertise in advanced manufacturing processes, high-layer-count PCB structures, and SMT assembly to drive continuous improvements in yield, scalability, and quality in the following areas:

• Drive PCA designs, resolving DFM issues for SMT and system integration.
• Optimize high-layer count PCB manufacturing and BGA assembly.
• Lead process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Manage NPI lifecycles from prototype to full production.
• Manage ECOs and version control via PLM systems.
• Drive continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.
• Develop SMT/PCB assembly best practices per IPC standards.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with the supply chain for inventory efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: BS/MS in Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5-7+ years of experience in NPI engineering, specifically in Advanced SMT and High-Layer-Count PCB assembly (30+ layers preferred). PCA Design/Layout experience is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong background in circuit debugging, troubleshooting, failure/root cause analysis, and 8D methodology. Comprehensive knowledge of Design for Excellence (DFx), including DFM, DFR, DFT, DFC, and DFQ.
• Process & Lifecycle Management: Proficiency with PLM systems (e.g., Propel, Agile) to manage ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN processes. Experience managing product lifecycles from prototype to end-of-life, including BOM risk assessment, second sourcing, and component qualification.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to provide technical mentorship to manufacturing/debug teams and collaborate effectively across functions (e.g., Engineering, Marketing, TAC, and CM Partners). Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.

Compensation Information

The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $130,000 to $165,000.

Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location.

• The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity.
• Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales.
• US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection.

The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.

Additional Information

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.