Manufacturing Process Lead Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

EAP program

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Lead Engineer in Manufacturing Process in Richardson, TX to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for high-volume electronic products.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, apply DOE and statistical methods, and drive continuous improvement across operations.

Multiple shifts available with competitive pay and benefits reflecting a professional, high-tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of related engineering or manufacturing process experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to support customer products.
• Develop application software and tooling for complex manufacturing machines and steps.
• Lead DOE-based process capability assessments and statistical analyses.
• Optimize throughput, resource utilization, cost efficiency, and capacity.
• Troubleshoot complex product and process issues and improve manufacturability.
• Collaborate with designers to enhance manufacturability and drive improvements.
• Support cross-functional teams in meeting quality, cost, and delivery goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Manufacturing experience

Project management

Problem solving

DOE knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Manufacturing automation

Process software

Job description

Lead Innovation in Electronics Manufacturing as a Lead Engineer!

Location: Richardson, TX | Payrate: $35.58 - $40/hour | Schedule: Multiple shifts available

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the Electronics Manufacturing industry to hire a dynamic and driven Lead Engineer in Manufacturing Process. If you are passionate about process optimization, advanced manufacturing technologies, and solving complex engineering challenges, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

About the Role

As the Lead Engineer in Manufacturing Process, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that drive quality, efficiency, and delivery performance for both the company and its customers. You’ll collaborate across engineering and production teams to implement innovative solutions that improve manufacturing capability and support cutting-edge electronic products.

What You’ll Do

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to support customer products

• Develop application software and tooling for complex manufacturing machines and mechanical process steps

• Lead process capability assessments using Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis methods

• Optimize manufacturing throughput, resource utilization, cost efficiency, and production capacity

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product, process, and component-related manufacturing issues

• Collaborate with product designers to evaluate and improve manufacturability

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations

• Support cross-functional teams in achieving quality, cost, and delivery goals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 1–3 years of related engineering or manufacturing process experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience working within manufacturing or production environments

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical process analysis

• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, tooling, or process software development

• Background in electronics manufacturing or high-volume production environments

• Experience leading process improvement or continuous improvement initiatives

Work Environment

• Primarily office and manufacturing environment

• Extended periods of computer and data analysis work

• Frequent use of engineering software and detailed technical data

• Occasional travel may be required

Pay Details: $35.58 to $40.00 per hour

• Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.
• In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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