NPI & Quoting Technician — Front-End DFM & Cost Impact

Milwaukee Electronics; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking an NPI Technician to perform front-end technical reviews of incoming customer jobs, evaluating PCB data, manufacturability, tooling requirements, and potential cost impacts before new jobs move into production.

This on-site role includes a training period and a second-shift schedule, with opportunities to work on DFM reports using Valor and related tools, driving continuous improvement across teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree OR 2+ years of hands-on SMT equipment or machine programming experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and customer data files.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills for non-technical teammates.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform front-end technical reviews on incoming quotes.
• Evaluate drawings and data files for manufacturability and cost impact.
• Collaborate with the Customer Service team to answer technical questions and resolve issues.
• Order and maintain SMT tooling including stencils and SMT carriers; modify tooling as needed.
• Develop panelization and tooling recommendations for production teams.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including BOM loads and tooling orders.
• Research past builds and generate defect reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Use Valor and similar DFM software to produce technical reviews and customer-facing DFM reports.
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings as an SME focused on DFM and defect reduction.
• Create and deliver training materials for Front End Technical Supporters locally and globally.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

Skills

SMT equipment hands-on

Reading technical drawings

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree OR 2+ years SMT experience

Tools

Valor DFM tool

Job description

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking an NPI Technician to perform front-end technical reviews of incoming customer jobs, evaluating PCB data, manufacturability, tooling requirements, and potential cost impacts before new jobs move into production.

This on-site role includes a training period and a second-shift schedule, with opportunities to work on DFM reports using Valor and related tools, driving continuous improvement across teams.