Manufacturing Engineer IV

Benchmark Electronics; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 113,934 - 142,418; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics is seeking a Technical Manufacturing Liaison in Santa Ana, California. The ideal candidate will provide vital support from design through production, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include collaborating with different departments, evaluating tooling and vendor capabilities, and leading Lean projects. A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering and extensive engineering experience are required. Benchmark offers a competitive salary between $113,934 and $142,418 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 15+ years product engineering experience.
• 5+ years experience in an engineering or operations leadership role.
• 3+ years of experience in ISO compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical manufacturing liaison for product production.
• Assist in reviewing engineering design drawings prior to production release.
• Coordinate with Methods and Tooling groups for assembly tools.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Effective multitasking skills

High attention to detail

Understanding of continuous improvement tools

Strong customer service and client focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Teams conferencing software

Job description

Benchmark is driven by its purpose to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better‑connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next‑generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth and foster a culture that allows you to reach your full potential. Your work is purpose‑driven, enabling a positive impact on the world and making your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary

Provides technical manufacturing liaison required for the production of high quality products from the design phase through all phases of production. Liaison between Program Design, Procurement, Assembly, and Quality Departments to promote an efficient and well‑organized manufacturing operation. A prior background within an EMS/CM strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends design reviews and provides product evaluations to insure product design lends itself to practical, economical manufacturing techniques.
• Assists in reviewing engineering design drawings prior to “Production Release” for product and compatibility with “state‑of‑the‑art” manufacturing techniques.
• Assists in make/buy evaluations and makes recommendations on “IN‑HOUSE” VS. “OUTSIDE VENDOR” manufacturing capabilities.
• Assists in vendor surveys.
• Evaluates the requirements for assembly tooling, fixtures, and equipment required to support manufacturing operations.
• Participates in Material Review Board (MRB) activities and takes an active role in the dispositioning of discrepant material and/or assemblies.
• Participates in the Change Control Board (CCB) review of engineering change orders to insure proposed design changes are producible and within manufacturing capabilities.
• Assists in the monitoring of daily production activities and makes recommendations on material and/or labor reductions to promote efficiency of operation.
• Coordinates with Methods and Tooling groups and provides technical product or specification drawing interpretations required for design and fabrication of assembly tools, fixtures, and process methods instructions.
• Provides manufacturing assembly flow charts required to support product flow and/or assembly sequence.
• Provides manufacturing assembly floor and equipment layouts required to promote efficient flow of product through assembly states.
• Conducts special manufacturing projects, evaluations or surveys as directed by management.
• Actively participates in Lean projects and activities including 5S, TPM, VSM, etc.

Qualifications & Other Information

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills.
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required; effective organization and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrates high attention to detail and strong ability to work with diverse groups.
• Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment.
• Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
• Strong customer service and client focus.
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products, Teams conferencing software.
• Lean Green Belt certification.
• 15+ years product engineering experience.
• 5+ years experience in an engineering or operations leadership role.
• 3 years in an engineering leadership or SME role.
• 3 years of experience in ISO compliance.
• Conducts research requiring a high level of expertise and knowledge of precision machining, materials and supporting processes.
• Devises new techniques, approaches and solutions to a wide range of technical challenges through experience and consulting with engineering specialists for technologies where there is not in‑depth expertise.
• Makes independent decisions based on available data, selection of materials, and required parameters.
• Evaluates plans and criteria for technical activities and recommends alternative solutions to comply with customer and Company obligations.
• Might lead projects or segments of major projects responsible for achievement of schedule, fiscal and technical performance objectives.
• Develop new techniques as a result of independent research study; development and evaluation of plans and procedures; theoretical computations and analysis; design and development of equipment with complex features; testing of procedures, equipment, materials; makes extensive contributions to proposal efforts; responsibility for conduct and performance of assignments.
• Reviews and coordinates work of subordinates to insure progress to schedule; interprets and directs preparation of data for reports on technical findings, recommendations accomplishments, and progress measured against specific plans.
• Attends conferences and meetings to represent assigned job responsibility activity.
• Maintains knowledge in area of specialization. Is cognizant of developments in related fields.
• Might publish in scientific or professional journals or represent organization in professional societies.
• Might be involved with hazardous waste oversight and compliance depending on division's certifications and environmental responsibilities.
• Might perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, MS in Engineering field preferred.

Location

California: Santa Ana, Santa Ana, CA.

Shift & Work Schedule

Shift 1: Monday-Thursday 05:00-15:30.

Employment Type

Full Time.

Compensation

$113,934.00 to $142,418.00 USD.

Benefits

Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Export Control

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on verification that applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” or on the company obtaining necessary export license. The company evaluates such situations on a case‑by‑case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant at its discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail].