Manufacturing Engineer

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Teradyne's Defense & Aerospace Division in North Reading, MA, is seeking an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support new product development through process development, ergonomics, jigs/fixtures and equipment design and tooling.

You will collaborate with operations, design engineers and management to carry out DFx, define assembly processes, prototype builds, and manage work instructions and BOMs while driving continuous quality improvements across suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with SolidWorks and CAD applications
• Strong organizational and team skills with a high sense of urgency
• Ability to creatively solve problems and escalate when necessary
• Motivation and self-drive to work with global suppliers
• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-600/IPC-A/610/IPC 7711/7721)
• Familiar with ISO standards
• Willingness to travel up to 10%
• Position is full-time, on-site (no hybrid)
• BS degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Provide Manufacturing Design for X (DFX) through NPI process at part and assembly levels
• Define Assembly Manufacturing process specifications and designs
• Participate in prototype builds and create Work Instructions and Quality Checklists
• Improve ergonomics and safety in equipment
• Develop Manufacturing Process Strategy for outsourced and in-house products
• Assess capital equipment investments for processes
• Plan capacity for process resources
• Determine facility layouts for workflow efficiency
• Implement Engineering Change Notices to update BOMs and drawings
• Review drawings and BOM structures with Engineering
• Monitor and drive quality improvements at suppliers and in-house
• Troubleshoot issues and perform root cause analysis for Field and Contract manufacturing
• Develop training for assembly personnel
• Transfer documentation to Contract Manufacturer for NPI to sustaining lifecycle

Skills

7+ years experience

SolidWorks

CAD applications

Team player

Creative problem solving

Problem escalation

Highly motivated

Travel up to 10%

IPC standards

ISO standards

Education

BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

IPC standards

ISO standards

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Date: Aug 13, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

Teradyne'sDefense&AerospaceDivision delivers advanced, mission critical test solutions to military and aerospace customers worldwide. Our comprehensive portfolio supports the entire test lifecycle across factory, depot, and field environments, with continued growth driven by next-generation defense programs and modernization initiatives.

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce made up of people from diverse backgrounds united by a shared commitment to excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment where our employees, and the communities around us, can thrive .

Our Purpose

Teradyne is a globally recognized leader in the ATE Industry. From tablets to smart phones, we rely on electronics to conduct our business and to connect and enhance our personal lives. This comes with the expectation that the devices work right, the first time, every time. Teradyne products protect consumer confidence with thorough, fast test and automation. With innovation at the core of our business, we constantly seek new ways to solve the most challenging test issues.

Opportunity Overview

We are currently seeking a NPI Manufacturing Engineer to join our North Reading, MA team. As a NPI Manufacturing Engineer, you will support all facets of new product development through process development, ergonomics, jigs/fixtures and equipment design and tooling.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with operations, design engineers and management to carry out the following.

• Provide Manufacturing "Design for X" (DFX) through New Product Introduction process at the piece part and assembly levels.
• Define Assembly Manufacturing process specifications and designs.
• Participate in prototype builds of assemblies, creating and managing Work instructions and Quality Checklists.
• Humanize production equipment though ergonomic and safety considerations.
• Develop Manufacturing Process Strategy for outsourced and in-house products.
• Provide capital equipment investment assessment for manufacturing processes.
• Conduct capacity planning for process resources.
• Determine facility layouts for effective work flow.
• Creating and Implementing Engineering Change Notices to update BOMs and drawings.
• Review and provide feedback to Engineering for component and assembly drawings, as well as BOM structure.
• Monitor and drive quality improvement at suppliers and internally.
• Showcase the ability to troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis. Assisting with Field and Contract manufacturing issues.
• Develop and provide training to assembly personnel.
• Transfer documentation and knowledge to Contract Manufacturer for transition from NPI to sustaining product lifecycle.

All About you

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in SolidWorks and CAD applications
• Must have logical and mature thinking, organized, team player with a high sense of urgency
• Must be able to find creative ways to solve problems
• Recognition of when a problem must be escalated is critical
• Must be an extremely motivated person
• Flexible to work with global suppliers with multiple time zones
• Familiar with IPC standards (IPC-A-600/IPC-A/610/IPC 7711/7721)
• Familiar with ISO standards
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Position is full-time, on-site (no hybrid)
• Education: BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, or relevant experience

We are only considering candidates local to the position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is$96,500 - $141,400.This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

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ITAR Restriction: All candidates for this ITAR restricted position must be one of the following: US Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident, Asylee, Refugee or otherwise lawfully admitted under an amnesty program.

The above listed position may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment.

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