Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Foxconn-Pce-Technology; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Santa Clara, CA to lead the engineering execution for AI server rack programs, including NPI design, DFM/DFA, tooling, and mass production readiness. The role interfaces with PM, Production, Quality, IE, R&D, and customer teams to ensure smooth transitions from NPI to volume manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in manufacturing engineering with 3+ years of people management, and a strong track record in NPI ramp, QoS

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering or related experience in electronics manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of people management experience.
• Experience leading NPI process design, DFM/DFA reviews, and manufacturing KPI management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing Engineering organization across NPI design, DFM/DFA, equipment/tooling, and production line readiness for AI server racks and mass production.
• Own NPI process design and mass-production transition, including DFM/DFA reviews, validation, pilot builds, and readiness sign-off.
• Oversee equipment, tooling, and facility readiness, including fixture/jig design, heavy-lift equipment procurement, preventive maintenance, and layout optimization.
• Manage manufacturing documentation and standardization priorities (Assembly SOPs, Work Instructions, MBOM, Product/Packaging Specs).
• Drive KPI improvement, risk mitigation, escalation, and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives across Mechanical, Maintenance, and Product Engineers.

Skills

People management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, MBA, Operations Management, or related field preferred

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PMP training or certification preferred

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

All Salaried exempt employees Full-Time Santa Clara, CA, US

$155,000.00 To $190,000.00 Annually

Company Overview:

Established in Taiwan in 1974, Hon Hai Technology Group, commonly known as Foxconn, is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading provider of technological solutions with a network of over 233 campuses across 24 countries. In the US, Foxconn employs 8,000 across 56 different sites with manufacturing operations in Virginia, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Texas, and California. As of 2025, Foxconn ranks 28 th among the Fortune Global 500 and reported revenue of approximately USD $259 billion.

The company’s diverse product offerings span four major segments: smart consumer electronics, cloud, and networking solutions, computing, and various other components. Foxconn makes 40% of the consumer electronics that we find in our everyday lives. In recent years, Hon Hai has adopted the 3+3 strategy, focusing on three emerging industries - electric vehicles, digital health solutions, and robotics - while leveraging three key technologies: next-generation communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and semiconductors. Together, these initiatives position the company as a leader in innovation for the 21st century.

Hon Hai Technology Group is deeply committed to championing environmental sustainability within its manufacturing processes. By integrating sustainability into its operations framework, the company strives to serve as a best-practice model for global enterprises, enhancing corporate responsibility while meeting the growing demand for environmentally conscious production methods.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing engineering execution for AI server rack, L11 integration, and high-performance computing products. This role manages NPI process design, DFM/DFA, equipment/tooling, assembly SOPs, and production line readiness to ensure manufacturing readiness, process yield, equipment uptime, safety compliance, and a smooth transition from NPI to mass production. The ME Manager partners with Program Management, Production, Quality, Industrial Engineering, R&D, and customer-facing teams to support NPI ramp, mass production, and sustaining operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the Manufacturing Engineering organization across NPI process design, DFM/DFA, equipment/tooling, and production line readiness to support NPI ramp, mass production, and sustaining operations for advanced L11 AI server racks.
• Own NPI process design and mass-production transition execution, including DFM/DFA reviews, process validation, pilot build support, cut-in planning, and readiness sign-off for new AI rack platforms such as Nvidia Vera Rubin and AMD Helios.
• Oversee equipment, tooling, and facility readiness activities, including fixture/jig design, heavy-lift equipment procurement, preventative maintenance programs, liquid cooling (DLC/CDU) installation, and shop floor layout optimization.
• Manage manufacturing documentation and standardization priorities, including Assembly SOPs, Work Instructions, Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM), and Product/Packaging Specifications.
• Drive manufacturing KPI improvement, risk mitigation, escalation management, continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma), and team development across Mechanical, Maintenance, and Product Engineers.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant training or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Project Management (PMP), or related manufacturing/quality disciplines preferred.

Experience:

• More than ten (10) years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or engineering management experience in electronics manufacturing or related industries, with at least three (3) years of people management experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading NPI process design, DFM/DFA reviews, equipment/tooling readiness, SOP/MBOM development, and manufacturing KPI management.
• Experience supporting NPI ramp, pilot builds, mass production, engineering changes, and customer commitments for AI server, rack integration, server assembly, high-performance computing, or complex electronic systems strongly preferred.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager works in office, production, and manufacturing environments. The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility, including production lines, assembly areas, tooling/equipment areas, and customer-facing review areas. The position may involve exposure to noise, dust, ESD-controlled areas, powered equipment, or varying temperatures and requires appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary. Extended hours, shift support, weekend coverage, or occasional travel may be required to support customers, suppliers, or manufacturing sites.

EEOC Statement

Foxconn is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Foxconn prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, Foxconn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.