Manufacturing Engineer – Electronics & New Product Introduction

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive private medical care

Life insurance and disability programs

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Mental Health resources

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support electronic assembly and test operations, driving continuous improvement across the production environment. You will troubleshoot PCBA issues, reduce waste, and improve quality while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

The role requires a degree in engineering and at least four years of manufacturing engineering experience, with hands-on shop-floor responsibilities and a demonstrated ability to lead

Qualifications

• Engineering degree preferred; HNC/HND in Electronics considered.
• Minimum 4 years in Manufacturing/Production/Process Engineering.
• Experience supporting shop-floor manufacturing operations and troubleshooting electronic assemblies.
• Strong root cause problem-solving and corrective/preventive actions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Shainin, DOE, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience designing production tooling, fixtures, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations, including PCBA fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Investigate and disposition non-conforming materials and products; implement corrective actions.
• Drive initiatives to reduce product cost, improve quality, and shorten lead times.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and test solutions for existing and new products.
• Partner with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and manufacturing capability.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation (assembly instructions, test procedures, work instructions).
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Use data analysis and statistical techniques to identify trends, solve problems, and improve process performance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to support business objectives.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Troubleshooting electronics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

HNC/HND in Electronics

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Would you like to work for a forward-thinking technology company?

Do you enjoy technical challenges?

Join our growing team!

Are you passionate about solving technical challenges and improving manufacturing performance? We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our electronic assembly and test operations, driving continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence across the production environment.

Partner with the best

The key responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics may include the following as well as other items required to execute the role.

• Providing hands-on support to manufacturing operations, including PCBA fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Investigating and dispositioning non-conforming materials and products, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Driving initiatives to reduce product cost, improve quality, and shorten manufacturing lead times.
• Developing and implementing manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and test solutions for both existing products and new product introductions.
• Partnering with suppliers to improve quality, delivery performance, and manufacturing capability.
• Creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions, test procedures, and work instructions.
• Applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Using data analysis and statistical techniques to identify trends, solve problems, and improve process performance.
• Collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to support business objectives.

Fuel your passion!

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Have a Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related discipline) preferred. HNC/HND in Electronics with relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Have minimum 4 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, or Process Engineering role.
• Have experience supporting shop-floor manufacturing operations and troubleshooting electronic assemblies.
• Have strong root cause problem-solving skills and experience implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Have knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Shainin, DOE, and continuous improvement tools.
• Have experience designing production tooling, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Show strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Have ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assembly Repair Maintenance Overhaul Experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• IPC Class III inspection or IPC certification.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and supplier development activities.
• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment such as Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Defense, Medical, or Automotive.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.

Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Education Assistance
• Generous Parental Leave
• Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs
• Dependent and Partners Care
• Pet Insurance
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Manufacturing Specialist - Manuf Eng Specialist

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.