R26-0016 - Industrial Engineer (Day)

USI INC; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Job summary

USI INC is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer in Milpitas, CA, to improve production efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves analyzing processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and safety standards. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, particularly in electronic manufacturing. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $140,000 and benefits including paid time off and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar position.
• 3+ years working in electronic manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Focus on line balancing, cycle time reduction, and productivity improvement.
• Drive Six Sigma, Kaizen, and waste reduction projects.
• Coordinate material flow and production scheduling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem-solving

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to improve production efficiency, streamline workflows, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role will analyze processes, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and work closely with cross‑functional teams to optimize manufacturing operations while maintaining quality and safety standards. This position is 100% onsite.

About the job

Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite]

Employment type: Full-time, Exempt

Department: Engineering

Report To: Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Focuses on line balancing, cycle time reduction, labor optimization, workstation design, and productivity improvement.
• Works on process setup, SMT/THT assembly optimization, tooling, fixtures, and production troubleshooting.
• Improves soldering, PCB assembly, testing, and manufacturing yield using SPC and Lean methods.
• Lean / Continuous Improvement Engineer
• Drives Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, waste reduction, and operational excellence projects.
• NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer
• Supports transferring new products from design to mass production and ensuring manufacturability.
• Handles capacity planning, takt time analysis, headcount planning, and factory utilization.
• Supply Chain / Planning Analyst
• Coordinates material flow, inventory optimization, and production scheduling.
• Focuses on defect reduction, root cause analysis, CAPA, IPC standards, and customer quality metrics.

Requirements

Education/Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 3+ years in similar position
• 3+ years working in electronic manufacturing

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Good time management and prioritization
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced environment
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn
• Multi‑tasking and Data analytic

Technical Skills

• Six Sigma / DMAIC
• Time studies & work measurement
• SMT/PCB assembly knowledge
• Excel, Power BI, SQL
• MES/ERP systems
• AutoCAD or factory layout tools
• Data analysis & KPI tracking
• Common KPIs: UPH (Units Per Hour); OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness); FPY (First Pass Yield); Scrap rate; Cycle time; Labor efficiency

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K

The expected pay rate for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 depending on specific skills and work experience.