Manufacturing Engineer

Sanmina Corporation; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at the Newark, California facility to provide engineering support for internal and external manufacturing programs. The role focuses on sustaining production in CNC environments and developing manufacturing documentation.

The candidate should have a manufacturing engineering background with 2–3 years of experience in precision machining, preferably in the semiconductor capital equipment market, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field is preferred.
• 2–3 years of engineering experience in precision machining/manufacturing, semiconductor capital equipment a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with ITAR regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support activities for a product line, project, or related components.
• Contribute as a full member of the engineering team.
• Provide engineering support to sustain production in CNC environments.
• Create manufacturing documentation like Bills of Materials and Routing Instructions.
• Initiate and follow through on customer-driven and internal change controls.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Lean Six Sigma

Fast-paced multitasking

ITAR awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD 3D modeling

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life‑saving medical tech, next‑gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Newark, California facility has 15 years experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, clean technology and oil & gas markets. We provide comprehensive engineering and test capabilities: from in‑house and hydrostatic leak‑testing of medium and large format vacuum chambers to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. We have the capacity to machine components up to 3 meters. Our metal fabrication services include grinding, vacuum welding, heat treating, plating and anodizing. We can process many advanced materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, plastics, ferrous‑nonferrous and other exotic alloys.

Summary

Provide manufacturing engineering / machining process support for internal / external manufacturing engineering programs. Execute all duties and responsibilities associated with the role of a Manufacturing Engineer. These include, but are not limited to:

What You'll Do

• Support all activities associated with a product line, project, or related components.
• Be a fully contributing member to the engineering team.
• Provide engineering support to sustain product production in the CNC environment.
• Provide content necessary to produce manufacturing documentation including Bill of Materials and Manufacturing Router Instructions.
• Initiate and follow through to execution of all customer‑driven and internal change control requirements.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Manufacturing Engineering or other related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience as an Engineer in precision machining manufacturing environment, with experience in the Semiconductor capital equipment market preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential.
• Successful experience in a fast paced, multitasking environment required.
• Experience with or knowledge of ITAR regulations is a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma experience, CAD 3D modeling, and drawing creation experience a plus.
• Project Management, Microsoft Office, and/or advanced Excel skills a plus

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $85,000 - $130,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally,

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.