Manufacturing & Process Engineer

Sol-Ark Inc; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401k with company match

Equity

Job summary

Sol-Ark Inc. is seeking an accomplished Manufacturing Engineer to lead electronics assembly and test process development for our power electronics products.

The role emphasizes hands-on optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong background in process engineering and quality control. The ideal candidate will drive NPIs, select and maintain equipment, manage projects, and implement Lean and Six Sigma practices to reduce cycle times, cut costs, and elevate product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of electronics assembly and test process engineering experience.
• Proven track record establishing new processes in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong project management, quality control, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with solar inverters and microinverters is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain NPIs for supply chain and internal manufacturing with formal milestones.
• Lead design and implementation of electronics assembly and testing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate new technologies and methodologies.
• Manage projects focused on process improvements and cost optimization.
• Establish and uphold quality control standards for assembly and testing.
• Create SOPs and documentation; use PLM for product changes and traceability.

Skills

Project management

Quality control

Electrical engineering

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLM software

ERP systems

Job description

We are searching for an accomplished and skilled Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in electronics assembly and testing to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and optimizing the assembly and test processes for our electronic products. This position requires a hands-on approach and solid understanding of electronics manufacturing, process engineering, and quality control. An ideal candidate will possess a strong project management background, combined with experience manufacturing power inverters and related test requirements. The Senior Engineer will spearhead efforts to introduce advanced assembly and testing techniques to drive efficiency, cut costs, and elevate overall product quality. Automotive or industrial product experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Establishment of New Processes

• Develop and maintain New Product Introduction (NPI) processes for supply chain and internal manufacturing inclusive of formal project milestones.
• Lead the design and implementation of innovative processes for electronics assembly and testing.
• Collaborate closely with the engineering team to ensure the seamless integration of new technologies and methodologies.
• Spearhead the design, development, and optimization of electronic assembly and testing processes.

Equipment Selection and Maintenance

• Evaluate, select, and implement state-of-the-art assembly and testing equipment to enhance productivity and quality.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Project Management

• Manage and coordinate projects focused on process improvements and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly achievement of project milestones.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Process Optimization

• Lead initiatives to enhance and optimize electronics assembly and testing processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle time, and increase overall productivity and quality.
• Implement best practices and innovative technologies, emphasizing the adoption of Lean and Six Sigma practices.

Supply Chain Sourcing

• Collaboratively work with internal sourcing team to audit and select new supply chain partners.
• Facilitate NPI scheduling and production readiness of supplier manufacturing and quality processes inclusive of test equipment, capacity constraints and materials management.

Quality Assurance

• Establish and uphold stringent quality control standards for electronics assembly and testing.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for any identified quality issues during the production process.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control procedures to ensure products surpass customer expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability, performance, and cost optimization.

Documentation and Reporting

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for assembly and testing processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Demonstrated use of PLM Software for creating and documenting new products, product changes, lifecycle changes and product deviations.
• Establish and maintain reporting processes for product traceability, equipment yields, cycle-time reporting, and operating efficiency.
• Ability to generate manufacturing friendly BOM’s in support of ERP systems, material purchases, work orders and inventory transactions. Generate regular reports on process performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly, conformal coating and other secondary processes.
• Familiarity with testing methodologies, such as in-circuit testing, functional testing, and environmental testing.

Communication Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaboratively work within cross-functional teams.
• Strong presentation skills for reporting on project progress and outcomes.

Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex processes and identify areas for improvement

Training and Mentorship

• Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or other related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics assembly and test process engineering.
• Track record of successfully establishing new processes in electronics manufacturing.
• Proven project management experience.
• Expertise in quality control methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Experience with solar inverters and microinverters is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary Range:DOE

Benefits:Health, Dental, Vision, Accidental, FSA, HSA, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k (company match 3%), Equity