PCB Manufacturing Engineer

Jobot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Generous PTO + sick leave

Exponential growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Irvine, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with strong electronics manufacturing expertise to lead PCBA development and process improvements. This permanent role offers relocation assistance if needed and a path to join a growing team focused on efficiency and innovation.

The successful candidate will design, implement, and monitor manufacturing processes, drive improvements to reduce costs, and collaborate with design engineers for manufacturability and economical production in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field (Master’s degree advantageous).
• 2+ years in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proven SMT and PCB operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, costs and related optimization.
• Excellent problem solving and ability to manage cross‑functional projects.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement process improvements to reduce costs and cycle times.
• Manage manufacturing areas including PCBA Development and PCB operations.
• Implement production strategies to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Investigate and troubleshoot product and production issues.
• Provide technical expertise and training to team members.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Design and improve electronic parts, components and systems for effective manufacturing.
• Implement EMS improvements in manufacturing processes.

Skills

SMT operations

PCB operations

Manufacturing processes

Process improvements

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Leadership

MS Office

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Master’s degree advantageous

Job description

• Exponential growth opportunities

Engineer with strong electronics manufacturing expertise / Relo assistance available if needed!

Job details:

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be a vital part of our organization, utilizing their expertise in PCBA Development within electronics manufacturing to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness. This role is permanent and offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals in a fast-paced and innovative manufacturing environment.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with match
• Generous PTO + sick leave
• Exponential growth opportunities

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the manufacturing processes.
2. Developing and implementing process improvements to reduce costs and cycles.
3. Managing various areas of manufacturing including PCBA Development and PCB.
4. Implementing strategies in the production process to promote efficiency.
5. Collaborating with design engineers to improve product design for manufacturability and economical production.
6. Investigating and troubleshooting product and production issues.
7. Providing technical expertise and training to other team members.
8. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
9. Designing and improving electronic parts, components, products, and systems for effective manufacturing.
10. Implementing EMS to enhance manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree will be highly advantageous.
2. 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
3. Proven experience in SMT and PCB operations.
4. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
5. Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience with complex manufacturing operations.
6. Strong technical skills including the ability to manage large, cross-functional projects.
7. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to a range of key stakeholders.
8. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
9. Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software.
10. Strong understanding of industry safety standards and regulations.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.