Production Engineer – ML/Inspection

AOI; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Immigration sponsorships

Generous PTO

401(k) employer matching

Health/Dental/Vision plans

Job summary

AOI is seeking a Production Engineer – Machine Learning/Inspection to support new production line setups and equipment qualifications, ensuring smooth ramp-up and readiness for mass production.

The role combines mechanical design with automation, requiring hands-on problem solving, reading mechanical drawings, and collaboration with R&D to integrate new processes on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 0-2 years in manufacturing, process, or automation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute production line setup for pilot and mass production.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
• Support inspection model training and maintain inspection accuracy.
• Perform FAT/SAT for new or transferred equipment.
• Collaborate with R&D to integrate new processes on production lines.
• Support floor layout design and process flow optimization.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering or CS degree

Tools

LabVIEW

NVIDIA software

PLC programming

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a Production Engineer – Machine Learning/Inspection to support new production line setups and equipment qualifications to maintain the production line quality. In this role, you will work on configuring, testing, and validating automated machinery and processes to ensure smooth ramp-up and readiness for mass production. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about combining mechanical design with automation solutions.

Job Duties

• Plan and execute production line setup, ensuring equipment readiness for pilot and mass production.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, Work Instructions, and training materials for production processes.
• Support inspection model training and maintain the inspection accuracy to meet our quality policy
• Perform and document FAT/SAT (Site Acceptance Test) for new or transferred equipment.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate new processes for new products and implement to production lines.
• Support floor layout design and process flow optimization to improve efficiency and safety.
• Provide feedback to mechanical design colleagues on existing projects or design new systems with mechanical related issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, process, or equipment-related issues and drive root-cause corrective actions ensuring the yield stability and improvement.
• Support equipment commissioning, maintenance, and calibration activities.
• 5 ~ 10% international travel is expected for supplier visits, equipment qualification, or line setup.
• Overtime may be required during ramp-up or line setup activities.

Required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science
• 0-2 years in manufacturing, process, or automation engineering
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and understand manufacturing processes

Preferred

• Bilingual in Chinese (Mandarin) is a plus
• Experience with LabVIEW or Nvidia software environments.
• Knowledge of PLC programming or industrial automation controls.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and process validation concepts (Cpk, GR&R).
• Knowledge about transceivers or optical module assembly/testing

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)