Engineering Manager, Front-End & NPI Leader
Emerald Technologies
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Job summary
Emerald Technologies in Saline, MI is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead front-end, process, and manufacturing engineering for PCBA contract manufacturing.
The role focuses on NPI, process controls, and documentation, plus owning MES systems and dashboards while partnering with customers and cross-functional teams.
You will mentor staff, set KPI/OKR targets, and drive continuous improvement to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- 10+ years engineering experience in EMS/CM environment.
- 5+ years in electronics/PCBA manufacturing or EMS.
- Proven track record leading front-end engineering, NPI, and DFM/DFx with customers.
Responsibilities
- Lead NPI stage-gate and cross-functional readiness, including BOM/AVL validation and tooling readiness.
- Oversee PE/ME metrics and process controls: PFMEA, control plans, SPC, Cp/Cpk.
- Partner with Quality Engineering on defect classification, CAPA, and audits.
- Define and publish PE/ME metrics (FPY, OEE, DPMO) and drive continuous improvement.
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Job description
Emerald Technologies in Saline, MI is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead front-end, process, and manufacturing engineering for PCBA contract manufacturing.
The role focuses on NPI, process controls, and documentation, plus owning MES systems and dashboards while partnering with customers and cross-functional teams.
You will mentor staff, set KPI/OKR targets, and drive continuous improvement to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient solutions.
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