Process Engineer - Mechanical

TTM Technologies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 79,830 - 133,051; Full time

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Process Engineer to implement and maintain mechanical processes in drill, lamination and plating for PCB manufacturing.

You will develop process parameters, perform FMEA, and write operation, maintenance and safety procedures. Daily monitoring of processes to assure quality, root cause analyses when issues arise, and collaboration with engineering to drive improvements in a high‑tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience inspecting printed circuit boards preferred.
• Must be able to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Research availability of mechanical processes to meet TTM technology needs
• Write a project plan for process implementation
• Implement process and perform failure mode effect analysis to establish correct operating conditions
• Write all necessary procedures and instructions for process operation, maintenance and safety
• Monitor process operation on a daily basis to assure consistency
• Perform failure analysis and root cause analysis when product/process problems occur
• Perform analyses on the processes when required

Skills

FMEA techniques

Statistical process control

Written and verbal English

Lift 25 pounds

DoD clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. - Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) - Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCB"s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

The Process Engineer is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of mechanical processes used to produce printed circuit boards, specifically in the drill, lamination and plating departments. This includes application engineering of processes developed by suppliers that are planned for use at TTM, installation of these processes and or equipment, establishment of operating conditions to produce product, daily monitoring of process conditions, and performing failure mode effect analysis to determine failure points of the process.

Duties

• Research availability of mechanical processes to meet TTM technology needs
• Write a project plan for process implementation
• Implement process and perform failure mode effect analysis to establish correct operating conditions
• Write all necessary procedures and instructions for process operation, maintenance and safety
• Monitor process operation on a daily basis to assure consistency
• Perform failure analysis and root cause analysis when product/process problems occur
• Perform analyses on the processes when required

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job
• Knowledge and application of statistical techniques for process control
• Knowledge and application of failure mode effect analysis techniques as applied to both process development and process improvement
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds without straining
• Must have or be capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance

Education and Experience

• Minimum of one year experience inspecting printed circuit boards preferred
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
• Must have a general knowledge of methods used to training people in the operation and theory of the processes they operate

Compensation and Benefits

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$79,830 - $133,051

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognitionofForeign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.