Manufacturing Engineer

Ultimate Staffing; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Milpitas, CA, to lead industrialization and introduction of new electronic products and PCBAs. The role focuses on NPI, transition from prototype to mass production, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced EMS environment.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in electronics manufacturing engineering, strong cross-functional collaboration, and expertise in DFMs, ECO/MCOs, and regulatory compliance (RoHS/REACH).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Tech, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.
• 7–10 years of electronics manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and product industrialization.
• EMS environment experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI builds from prototype through production ramp-up.
• Manage ECOs/MCOs, BOM analysis, impact assessments, and rework cost evaluations.
• Maintain BOM accuracy through codification management and BOM cleansing activities.
• Lead DFM reviews with customers and internal engineering teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities among Process Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering teams.
• Define and optimize manufacturing processes to support customer requirements and RFQ assumptions.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including APQP and related records.

Skills

Project management

Process optimization

Cross-functional leadership

Customer-facing communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

SiliconExpert

PLM systems

ERP systems

BOM management

Job description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a client in Milpitas. This is a full-time, direct hire position. The role is 100% onsite.

This position will lead the industrialization and introduction of new electronic products and printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). This role is critical to ensuring successful New Product Introduction (NPI), seamless transition from prototype to mass production, and continuous process optimization within a fast-paced EMS manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will serve as the technical lead for product industrialization, working closely with customers and cross-functional teams to drive manufacturability, quality, and operational excellence throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor New Product Introduction (NPI) builds from prototype through production ramp-up.
• Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs), including BOM analysis, impact assessments, and rework cost evaluations.
• Maintain BOM accuracy through codification management and BOM cleansing activities.
• Review and analyze component data using SiliconExpert and ensure compliance with REACH, RoHS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the technical lead during Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and customer-facing technical discussions.
• Investigate manufacturing and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routings and labor standards aligned with RFQ assumptions and production requirements.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process flowcharts, work instructions, APQP documentation, and related technical records.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities among Process Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering teams.
• Define and optimize manufacturing processes to support customer requirements and operational objectives.
• Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews with customers and internal engineering teams.
• Facilitate PFMEA activities, feasibility assessments, risk evaluations, and process impact analyses.
• Define, validate, and implement tooling requirements for prototype and production phases.
• Develop and deploy technical solutions that improve manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices for new product launches.
• Verify materials and component readiness during SMT setup and initial production activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.

Experience

• 7 to 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience within the electronics industry.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and product industrialization activities.
• Prior experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong project management and product industrialization expertise.
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Experience utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Thorough understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT and PCBA production.
• Advanced knowledge of quality and manufacturing core tools:
  • PFMEA
  • APQP
  • PPAP
  • SPC
  • MSA
  • Control Plans
• Knowledge of engineering change management processes (ECO/MCO).
• Experience performing DFM reviews and manufacturing feasibility studies.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements, including RoHS and REACH.
• Strong customer-facing communication and technical presentation skills.

Professional Competencies

• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure.
• Strong strategic thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF quality management systems.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.