Hybrid Electronics Process Engineer: From Prototype to Production

Nextflex; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextflex is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to develop, dial in, and scale hybrid electronics production in our San Jose Tech Hub. You will own equipment and processes end-to-end from concept to production, collaborating with designers on design-for-manufacturing criteria and publishing process instructions.

You will analyze manufacturing data to drive decisions, improve yields, and communicate results to the team.

Qualifications

• Experience developing manufacturing processes for hybrid electronics or similar systems.
• Ability to define process parameters and publish clear instructions.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to derive insights from manufacturing data.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate manufacturing processes for hybrid electronics, flexible circuits, and printed/embedded components.
• Own troubleshooting on the production floor, diagnosing and resolving equipment, material, and process issues.
• Analyze data to find trends, improve yields, and drive performance gains.
• Design and build custom manufacturing fixturing using CAD tools for repeatable, scalable production.
• Program and operate advanced fabrication tools and robotic systems.
• Create clear manufacturing documentation and best practices for pilot and low-volume production.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

DFM (design for manufacturing)

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Tools

CAD tools

Robotic systems (Fanuc)

Laser platforms (LPKF)

Optical inspection equipment

Job description

Nextflex is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to develop, dial in, and scale hybrid electronics production in our San Jose Tech Hub. You will own equipment and processes end-to-end from concept to production, collaborating with designers on design-for-manufacturing criteria and publishing process instructions.

You will analyze manufacturing data to drive decisions, improve yields, and communicate results to the team.