Senior Process Engineer

TTM Technologies Inc.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Process Engineer in Salem, NH to support PCB manufacturing processes, materials evaluation, and new part introduction. The role involves troubleshooting, process optimization, and driving continuous improvement within cross-functional teams.

You will lead NPI activities, DFMs, PFMEA, and CAPEX projects while ensuring quality, yield, and reliability across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Ceramic, Materials, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical) or related field.
• 5+ years of related engineering experience; 3+ years with a master's; 1+ year with a PhD.
• Experience with manufacturing process development and NPI.
• Knowledge of materials evaluation and high-reliability manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead new part qualification, FAI, and DFM reviews to ensure manufacturability.
• Evaluate new/alternative materials for process compatibility and cost.
• Troubleshoot production and material issues using data analysis and root cause.
• Develop and improve processes, parameters, and process controls.
• Analyze process data to improve quality, yield, and reliability.
• Conduct failure analysis and PFMEA; implement corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement including Kaizen, 5S, and DOE.
• Support assembly, tooling, fixture design, and equipment integration.
• Plan capital equipment projects and oversee installation.
• Provide technical guidance across product lines and NPIs.
• Participate in Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Materials science

Manufacturing processes

Process controls

Sustaining engineering

New part qualification

FAI

DFM reviews

Material characterization

Failure analysis

Mechanical assembly

Tooling design

Fixture design

SPC

Root Cause Analysis

DOE

Excel

Minitab

CAD

GD&T

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering

Tools

Minitab

CAD software

Job description

## Senior Process EngineerApply: Salem, NH: Full time: Posted Today: R18951TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer## **About TTM**TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.Additional information can be found at www.ttm.comTTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer ## **About TTM**TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com## **The Role**The Senior Process Engineer supports manufacturing processes, materials evaluation, and new part introduction used in the design and production of electronic components and assemblies. This role applies engineering expertise to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, optimize processes, evaluate new materials and components, integrate equipment, and maintain product quality and reliability.Working with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, and customers, the Senior Process Engineer leads new part reviews, supports new product introduction (NPI), drives process improvement initiatives, and develops solutions to technical challenges. This position serves as a technical resource within the organization and contributes to manufacturing efficiency, material quality, and continuous improvement. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Lead the technical review and qualification of new parts, components, and raw materials to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and compliance with specifications* Evaluate and characterize new and alternative for process compatibility, cost reduction, and performance improvements* Troubleshoot manufacturing and material-related issues using engineering principles, data analysis, and root cause investigation* Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes, procedures, operating parameters, and process controls* Analyze process performance and test data to improve product quality, yield, efficiency, and reliability* Conduct failure analysis, root cause corrective action (8D) and PFMEA to identify risks and implement corrective and preventive actions* Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, and process optimization using statistical techniques* Support manual and automated manufacturing processes, equipment integration, and lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews during new product introduction (NPI)* Plan and execute capital equipment projects, including equipment selection, installation, and implementation.* Serve as a technical resource for assigned product lines, including supporting process changes and production readiness as the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA).* Support advanced manufacturing initiatives, including automation, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation.* Provide technical guidance to colleagues and contribute to cross-functional projects and process improvements.* Follow applicable company policies and procedures related to safety, quality, and manufacturing operations.* Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, process controls, and sustaining engineering* Experience in new part qualification, First Article Inspection (FAI), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews* Knowledge of material characterization techniques and material-driven failure analysis methodologies.* Experience with mechanical assembly, tooling, and fixture design.* Knowledge of process improvement methodologies, including Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root Cause Analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE).* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with Minitab, CAD software, and basic programming preferred.* Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and advanced manufacturing technologies.* Strong analytical, mathematical, problem-solving, and project management skills.* Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. **Education and Experience***Education** Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.*Experience** Typically requires 5+ years of related engineering experience with a bachelor's degree, 3+ years with a master's degree, or 1+ years with a PhD.* Experience in manufacturing process development, materials evaluation, new part qualification, continuous improvement, statistical analysis, and process control preferred.* Experience with capital equipment projects, equipment integration, and new product introduction preferred.* Experience in high-reliability manufacturing environments preferred. **Physical Demands and Work Environment*** Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per day.* Ability to occasionally lift and/or move materials weighing up to 45 pounds.* Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.* Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). **Equal Opportunity Employer**TTM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #LI-PG1 #IEBU## ## ## ***Compensation and Benefits:***TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.***Export Statement:*** Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.