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 is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Irvine, CA, to drive PCBA development and manufacturing efficiency in a fast-paced electronics environment. The role focuses on SMT/PCB operations, process improvements, and collaboration with design teams to enhance manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

This permanent position requires a 2+ year background in manufacturing engineering, strong problem-solving, and leadership capabilities, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field; Master's not required but advantageous.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience with SMT and PCB operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, costs, and production optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience with complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong technical skills for large cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholders.
• Strong leadership with ability to develop a high-performing team.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software.
• Solid understanding of industry safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SMT operations

PCB operations

Cross-functional project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

MS Office

Safety standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Exponential growth opportunities

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

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

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.