Industrial Engineer

Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K

Job summary

Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd. in Milpitas, CA is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives onsite.

The role emphasizes line balancing, process optimization, and defect reduction using Lean methods; requires 3+ years in electronics manufacturing and a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Focuses on line balancing, cycle time reduction, labor optimization, workstation design, and productivity improvement.
• Works on process setup, SMT/THT assembly optimization, tooling, fixtures, and production troubleshooting.
• Improves soldering, PCB assembly, testing, and manufacturing yield using SPC and Lean methods.
• Drives Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, and waste reduction.
• Supports transferring new products from design to mass production and ensuring manufacturability.
• Handles capacity planning, takt time analysis, headcount planning, and factory utilization.
• Coordinates material flow, inventory optimization, and production scheduling.
• Focuses on defect reduction, root cause analysis, CAPA, IPC standards, and customer quality metrics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Multitasking

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

MES/ERP systems

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to improve production efficiency, streamline workflows, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role will analyze processes, identify cost-saving opportunities, and work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing operations while maintaining quality and safety standards. This position is 100% onsite.

About the job

Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite]

Employment type: Full-time, Exempt

Responsibilities:

• Focuses on line balancing, cycle time reduction, labor optimization, workstation design, and productivity improvement.
• Works on process setup, SMT/THT assembly optimization, tooling, fixtures, and production troubleshooting.
• Improves soldering, PCB assembly, testing, and manufacturing yield using SPC and Lean methods.
• Lean / Continuous Improvement Engineer
• Drives Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, waste reduction, and operational excellence projects.
• Supports transferring new products from design to mass production and ensuring manufacturability.
• Handles capacity planning, takt time analysis, headcount planning, and factory utilization.
• Supply Chain / Planning Analyst
• Coordinates material flow, inventory optimization, and production scheduling.
• Focuses on defect reduction, root cause analysis, CAPA, IPC standards, and customer quality metrics.

Requirements:

Education/Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 3+ years in similar position
• 3+ years working in electronic manufacturing

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Good time management and prioritization
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn
• Multi-tasking and Data analytic

Technical Skills:

• Six Sigma / DMAIC
• SMT/PCB assembly knowledge
• Excel, Power BI, SQL
• MES/ERP systems
• AutoCAD or factory layout tools
• Data analysis & KPI tracking
• Common KPIs: UPH (Units Per Hour); OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness); FPY (First Pass Yield); Scrap rate; Cycle time; Labor efficiency
• Paid Time Off
• 401K

The expected pay rate for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 depending on specific skills and work experience.