Process Engineer

VIRTEX; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRTEX is seeking a Process Engineer to develop and document manufacturing processes for PCBAs, ensuring repeatable, high-quality production. You will translate customer drawings and specs into clear work Instructions and workflows for the production floor.

The role emphasizes NPI support, process development, and detailed production documentation for electronics manufacturing, collaborating with multiple functions to optimize throughput and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and creating manufacturing work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings, BOMs, Gerber/ODB++, assembly prints, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Develop detailed manufacturing work instructions for SMT, through-hole, selective solder, wave solder, conformal coating, test, inspection, and final assembly.
• Create and maintain manufacturing process flows for new product introductions.
• Lead or participate in NPI meetings to set manufacturing strategy for new products.
• Develop manufacturing routing and workflow from customer documentation to production.
• Identify manufacturing risks and recommend process improvements before production release.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Test Engineering, and PM.
• Create visual work instructions using photos, drawings, and process illustrations.
• Ensure documentation complies with customer requirements and internal quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
• Maintain engineering documentation throughout product lifecycle.
• Assist with ECOs and document revisions.

Skills

NPI experience

Process documentation

IPC standards

Interpreting drawings and specs

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Manufacturing

Tools

Factory Logix

Syteline ERP

Circuit CAM

Optel MES

Valor Process Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and documenting manufacturing processes that enable efficient, repeatable, and high-quality production of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). This role serves as the bridge between Engineering and Manufacturing by translating customer drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation into clear work instructions and manufacturing workflows for the production floor.

Description

The ideal candidate has strong experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), developing manufacturing processes, and creating detailed production documentation for electronics manufacturing.

Essential Functions

• Review customer drawings, BOMs, Gerber/ODB++, assembly prints, specifications, and engineering documentation.


• Develop detailed manufacturing work instructions for SMT, through-hole, selective solder, wave solder, conformal coating, test, inspection, and final assembly.


• Create and maintain manufacturing process flows for new product introductions.


• Lead or actively participate in NPI meetings to establish the manufacturing strategy for new products.


• Develop manufacturing routing and workflow from customer documentation through final production.


• Identify manufacturing risks and recommend process improvements before production release.


• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Test Engineering, and Program Management.


• Create visual work instructions using photographs, drawings, and process illustrations.


• Ensure documentation complies with customer requirements and internal quality standards.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve manufacturing efficiency.


• Maintain engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle.


• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and document revisions.


• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions as needed.


• Provide technical support to manufacturing personnel during product launches.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.


• 3+ years of Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience in electronics manufacturing.

Work Experience / Technical Knowledge

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI).


• Strong ability to interpret assembly drawings, mechanical drawings, schematics, Bills of Material, customer specifications, and IPC standards.


• Experience creating manufacturing work instructions and process documentation.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• IPC-A-610


• J-STD-001


• IPC-7711/7721


• AS9100 quality systems


• Medical, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing

Professional Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret production and quality documents, drawings, and related industry materials to create working instructions. – Required 2 years minimum


• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community.


• Interpersonal skills, working with other engineers and managers.


• Submit accurate and timely reports documenting activities to customers or management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Factory Logix


• Syteline ERP


• Circuit CAM


• Optel MES
  
• Valor Process Engineering


• ODB++ and Gerber data


• PCB fabrication and assembly processes


• SMT manufacturing


• Through-hole assembly


• Wave soldering


• Selective soldering


• Conformal coating


• AOI, SPI, ICT, Flying Probe, and Functional Test processes


• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement

Physical Demands

• Must have an ability to sit for long periods in meetings.


• Must be able to walk for long distances throughout the production and office areas.

Work Environment

• Fast paced and challenging due to managing several projects at once.