Product Engineer

Jobtailor; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support electronics manufacturing lifecycle, driving process development and continuous improvement. You will liaison with customers and internal teams on NPI, DFx, and quality initiatives, ensuring manufacturability and reliability across PCBA processes.

The role requires 3–5 years in electronics manufacturing, strong problem-solving and project management, and collaboration across Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to achieve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Lean manufacturing certification preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher preferred.
• IPC certifications preferred.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in electronics manufacturing, preferably in high-reliability or contract manufacturing.
• Experience supporting NPI, process development, validation, and CI initiatives.
• Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes including SMT, Through-Hole, Press-Fit, AOI, and X-Ray.

Responsibilities

• Support products through the manufacturing lifecycle by optimizing processes.
• Act as liaison between customers and internal teams for NPI and improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, PM and Customer teams for robust solutions.
• Lead technical discussions on requirements, manufacturability, and solutions.
• Lead NPI activities to ensure successful launches and readiness.
• Review PCNs, ECNs, and technical docs for accurate implementation.
• Identify and implement DFx opportunities to improve manufacturability and cost.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and aids for production.
• Analyze manufacturing data and drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and delivery.
• Support PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plans documentation.

Skills

NPI experience

Process development

Continuous improvement

DFx opportunities

Quality management

Project management

PFMEA

AOI

X-Ray inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Lean Manufacturing Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

IPC certifications

Tools

AOI

X-Ray Inspection

Solder Rework

Thermal Profiling

IPC standards

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support customer products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle by developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, engineering change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Customer teams to develop robust manufacturing solutions, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational excellence within a high-reliability electronics manufacturing environment.
• Lead technical discussions with internal and external customers regarding product requirements, manufacturability, and engineering solutions.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure successful product launches and manufacturing readiness.
• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that support quality, efficiency, and customer requirements.
• Review and evaluate customer Product Change Notices (PCNs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and technical documentation to ensure accurate implementation.
• Identify and recommend Design for Excellence (DFx) opportunities to improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids to support production requirements.
• Analyze manufacturing performance data and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
• Support development and maintenance of PPAP documentation, Process FMEAs, Control Plans, and related quality documentation.
• Support Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams in troubleshooting product, process, and customer-related issues.
• Participate in RMA investigations, MRB activities, corrective actions, and product upgrade initiatives.
• Provide technical training and guidance to Engineers, Technicians, Operators, and cross-functional teams as required.
• Support and maintain compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and the Quality Management System.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve manufacturing performance and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a technical resource for Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred
• Lean Manufacturing Certification preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher preferred
• IPC certifications preferred
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of engineering experience in electronics manufacturing, preferably within a high-reliability or contract manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process development, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and implement Design for Excellence (DFx) opportunities to improve manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.
• Working knowledge of printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing processes, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Through-Hole Assembly, Press-Fit Technology, Solder Rework, Thermal Profiling, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and X-Ray Inspection.
• Experience supporting quality planning and process control methodologies, including Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plans, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and related quality management system requirements.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, RoHS, and other applicable industry standards and customer requirements.
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Must qualify as an ITAR-compliant U.S. Person.