Senior NPI PCB Process Engineer

Artha Nexgen; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Artha Nexgen in California is seeking a Senior NPI / Process Engineer to serve as SME for PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly. You will lead and mentor engineering teams to boost process performance, quality and efficiency across manufacturing operations.

You will apply Six Sigma/Lean, drive NPI from prototype to production, design DOEs, optimize layout, and collaborate with customers and suppliers while ensuring QMS compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 7+ years experience in electronics manufacturing or process engineering.
• Strong knowledge of PCBA, SMT and electronic assembly processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly processes across global teams.
• Lead, manage and mentor engineering teams to drive productivity and manufacturing excellence.
• Manage complex projects to develop, analyze and improve manufacturing processes.
• Apply Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce costs and enhance production quality.
• Design and execute DOEs to evaluate and optimize key process parameters.
• Oversee facility layout and assembly flow optimization to ensure efficient production operations.
• Implement process improvements, including tooling, material, and method validation.
• Lead and mentor teams in DFM and NPIs, ensuring smooth transitions from prototype to production.
• Conduct lessons learned reviews post‑NPI and drive corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to address customer issues, perform RCA and implement CA.
• Act as the technical point of contact for customers regarding process‑related technical support.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of solder paste stencil design and application best practices.
• Lead process improvement and new process development projects, driving scalable solutions into production.
• Mentor and develop Process Engineering personnel, providing technical leadership and guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across products and sites to enhance overall manufacturing performance.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and all applicable regulatory standards.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

NPI

DOE

DFM

RCA

Corrective Actions

QMS

PCB Assembly

SMT Processes

Team Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Artha Nexgen in California is seeking a Senior NPI / Process Engineer to serve as SME for PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly. You will lead and mentor engineering teams to boost process performance, quality and efficiency across manufacturing operations.

You will apply Six Sigma/Lean, drive NPI from prototype to production, design DOEs, optimize layout, and collaborate with customers and suppliers while ensuring QMS compliance.