Manufacturing Engineering Manager pcba ems HOT

Calqulate; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

9/80 schedule

Healthcare

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the on-site team in the Windber, PA area.

You will oversee processes, systems, and robotics powering high-velocity SMT and through-hole production lines, guiding products from NPI to full-scale manufacturing. You will optimize factory layout, implement lean initiatives, and elevate operational efficiency while ensuring DFx reviews and compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5–8+ years in a high-mix/low-volume PCBA EMS environment.
• 3+ years in leadership/management capacity.
• Deep knowledge of automated SMT lines, advanced soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, MES.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing and Process Engineers and manage department KPIs and budget.
• Define and optimize complex PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, reflow, selective and wave soldering, conformal coating).
• Champion NPI to ensure smooth design-to-production transitions and robust DFM reviews.
• Lead capital equipment selection, installation, IQ/OQ/PQ, robotics, and smart-factory tech.
• Drive Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma-based continuous improvements to reduce scrap and cycle times.

Skills

Leadership experience

Process optimization

NPI coordination

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

MES

SMT line configurations

IPC guidelines

Job description

Position Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Windber, PA Area (On-Site)

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Company Overview

Our client is an elite, globally positioned Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Known for handling high-complexity, high-reliability products, they partner with leading companies in the medical device, defense, aerospace, and advanced energy sectors. Operating out of a state-of-the-art facility in Western Pennsylvania, they combine cutting-edge automated assembly technology with a collaborative, employee-centric workplace culture.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our site's manufacturing engineering team. This critical role oversees the processes, systems, and advanced robotics that drive high-velocity Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and through-hole production lines. You will lead the transition of new products from introduction (NPI) to full-scale manufacturing, optimizing factory floor layout, implementing lean initiatives, and elevating operational efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Leadership & Mentorship: Direct, motivate, and develop a team of Manufacturing and Process Engineers. Oversee department budget, project prioritization, and key performance metrics (KPIs).
• Process Optimization: Define, analyze, and continuously improve complex PCBA manufacturing processes (including SMT lines, reflow soldering, selective solder, wave soldering, and conformal coating).
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Champion the NPI process to guarantee a smooth transition from client design to high-yield production, ensuring robust Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews.
• Capital Equipment & Automation: Spearhead the selection, installation, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new manufacturing equipment, robotics, and smart-factory technology.
• Lean & 5S Culture: Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives leveraging Lean Manufacturing methodologies, Six Sigma tools, and root-cause analysis to reduce scrap, optimize cycle times, and eliminate process waste.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 5–8+ years of engineering experience inside a high-mix/low-volume PCBA manufacturing or EMS environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of modern automated SMT line configurations, advanced soldering metallurgy, IPC guidelines, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Compliance Standards: Strong familiarity with regulated quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485).

Compensation & Perks

• Highly competitive base salary, plus annual bonus eligibility based on performance.
• 9/80 Work Schedule (Work 80 hours in 9 days and get alternating Fridays off).
• Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring an excellent employer matching program.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development support.