Senior PCB Manufacturing Engineer - Process Optimizer

Leoforce; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

PTO and sick leave

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Leoforce in Irvine, CA is seeking a PCB Manufacturing Engineer at the senior level to design, monitor, and optimize SMT and PCB manufacturing processes, collaborating with design engineers to drive manufacturability and cost efficiency.

You will lead cross-functional projects, implement process improvements, ensure health and safety compliance, and mentor a high-performing team while advancing EMS and PCBA development in a fast-paced electronics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proven experience in SMT and PCB operations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience with complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong technical skills including the ability to manage large, cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to a range of key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the manufacturing processes.
• Developing and implementing process improvements to reduce costs and cycles.
• Managing various areas of manufacturing including PCBA Development and PCB.
• Implementing strategies in the production process to promote efficiency.
• Collaborating with design engineers to improve product design for manufacturability and economical production.
• Investigating and troubleshooting product and production issues.
• Providing technical expertise and training to other team members.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Designing and improving electronic parts, components, products, and systems for effective manufacturing.
• Implementing EMS to enhance manufacturing processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

MS Office

EMS processes

Job description

Leoforce in Irvine, CA is seeking a PCB Manufacturing Engineer at the senior level to design, monitor, and optimize SMT and PCB manufacturing processes, collaborating with design engineers to drive manufacturability and cost efficiency.

You will lead cross-functional projects, implement process improvements, ensure health and safety compliance, and mentor a high-performing team while advancing EMS and PCBA development in a fast-paced electronics environment.