Manufacturing Process Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Accidental, FSA, HSA

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Equity

Job summary

Sol-Ark, a Veteran-owned solar and battery-based technology manufacturer based in Texas, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with electronics assembly and testing expertise to join our hands-on, fast-paced team at the Allen headquarters. You will lead processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost in power inverter manufacturing.

This role requires strong project management, Lean Six Sigma experience, and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, sourcing, and QA to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in electronics assembly and test process engineering.
• Proven track record establishing new manufacturing processes.
• Strong quality control and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain NPI processes for supply chain and manufacturing.
• Lead design and implementation of electronics assembly/test processes.
• Manage projects with cross-functional teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Electronics assembly

Process engineering

Quality control

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

NPI processes

SOP development

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/IE

Tools

PLM Software

ERP systems

SMT equipment

Job description

Sol-Ark is a Veteran-owned solar and battery-based technology manufacturer based in Texas. Our mission is making the most reliable, innovative, and affordable solar storage solutions to power families & their businesses. Founded in 2013, the company has experienced massive, organic growth due to our equipment being 3x more powerful and capable than best-in-class alternatives. It is a fast-paced, yet casual work environment. We are a close-knit team looking to make significant contributions to a very fast-growing industry that values merit, character, aptitude, sustainability and self-reliance.

Location: This position will be onsite at our corporate offices in Allen, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area). **This is not a remote position.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States. Sol-Ark does not provide visa sponsorship, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT (including STEM OPT), H-1B, or any other employment-based visa requiring future sponsorship.

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.
• 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