NPI Project Engineer

Extron; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Extron in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes for the audio/video product line. You will serve as the primary manufacturing liaison to cross-functional teams and provide real-time DFM, DFA, and DFT input for new products.

The role requires reading mechanical and electrical drawings, experience with PCB assembly, and a proven ability to lead problem-solving teams from development into production.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2-5 years’ experience introducing products to manufacturing.
• Experience with PCB assembly and electro-mechanical components.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes in audio/video product line.
• Serve as primary manufacturing representative to cross-functional teams for product development and product introduction; provide real-time DFM/DFT for new products.
• Serve as manufacturing liaison with the Engineering department on manufacturing problems and engineering changes.
• Work on new products during the Product Proposal phase; monitor and analyze projects for scheduling and ship dates.
• Coordinate and organize schedules for all phases leading from development into production as products milestone.
• Support the production lines for technical issues, preventive and corrective maintenance, and day-to-day activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

PCB assembly

Electro-mechanical assemblies

Testing instrumentation

Job description

Extron is a leading developer and manufacturer of professional AV hardware and software solutions which serve the ever-changing needs of organizations around the world as they strive to better communicate. Each Extron product is carefully engineered to provide best-in-class performance, intuitive operation and exceptional reliability. At Extron, the passion for our products is evidenced by our company culture which encourages innovation and provides opportunities for individual career growth. Our teams develop and release over 100 new products a year and continue to grow our vast patent portfolio.

Position Overview:

The individual will work with design and manufacturing engineers and will have the responsibility to perform the following duties:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes in audio/video product line.
• Serve as primary manufacturing representative to cross-functional teams involved with product development and product Introduction. Provide real time DFM/DFA/DFT for new products.
• Serve as manufacturing liaison with the Engineering department on manufacturing problems and engineering changes.
• Work on new products during the Product Proposal phase. Monitor and analyze projects for scheduling and ship dates.
• Interact with NPI Project Engineering teams in other Extron locations.
• Responsible for product manufacturability during the development phase. Debug and prepare product for manufacturing locally or abroad.
• Evaluate product failure during DVT and pre-production and makes recommendations for changes to product design if required.
• Summarize product startup issues found during new product introduction phase, including resolution of problem or issue buyoff and risk assessment.
• Understand and clarify issues on drawings and manufacturing documents.
• Coordinate and organize schedules for all phases leading from development into production as products are milestone.
• Support the production lines for technical issues, preventive and corrective maintenance, and day to day activities.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2-5 years’ experience in introducing products to manufacturing and process of development for new product rollout.
• Experience with PCB assembly, electro-mechanical and cable components, assemblies, testing, and instrumentation a plus.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience in manufacturing process development for new product rollout.
• Background in production and manufacturing operations.
• Excellent team building and organization skills are required.
• Ability to establish, coordinate, and lead teams for problem solving.

Salary range: $80,000 to $92,000. Pay may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.