Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Super Micro Computer Spain, S.L.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in San Jose, CA to drive DFMA excellence across the NPI lifecycle, focusing on server and rack-level systems during EVT and DVT. You will collaborate with Hardware Design, Thermal, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure products are manufacturable, yield-optimized and ready for high-volume deployment.

The role involves leading EVT/DVT DFMA reviews, teardown analysis, root-cause with 8D, and managing MRP/BOM/ECO data.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.
• 8+ years of hands-on server system manufacturing experience.
• Proven DFMA expertise leading reviews to optimize yield.
• Experience guiding products through EVT and DVT in NPI.
• Experience with rack-level liquid cooling integration (Manifolds, CDUs, Quick Disconnects).
• Knowledge of liquid-loop controls (torque management, blind-mate verification).

Responsibilities

• Lead EVT/DVT DFMA reviews to optimize server chassis and rack routing.
• Disassemble prototypes and analyze to drive design improvements.
• Drive root-cause analysis for assembly defects and implement 8D.
• Navigate MRP, BOM, and ECO systems to extract part specifications and records.
• Generate DFMA reports and publish findings with photos.
• Maintain DFMA records and collaborate with IT to optimize tracking database.
• Collaborate with Thermal R&D, Quality, and Suppliers for mass production transition.
• Evaluate cable and hose management for mass production readiness.

Skills

Server Manufacturing

DFMA Expert

NPI Phase Focus

Liquid Cooling

Fluid Testing

Precision Controls

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related STEM discipline

Tools

MRP systems

BOM

ECO processes

Job description

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

San Jose, California, United States

Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for driving Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) excellence throughout the New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle, with a primary focus on server and rack-level systems during EVT and DVT development phases. This role partners closely with Hardware Design, Thermal Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability, optimized for yield, cost-effective production, and successful high-volume deployment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• EVT/DVT DFMA Leadership: Lead comprehensive DFMA reviews during EVT/DVT phases to optimize server chassis and rack routing.
• Teardown & Analysis: Transport, disassemble, and analyze prototypes to drive design enhancements and product excellence.
• Yield & Root-Cause Ownership: Drive root-cause analysis for assembly defects and implement 8D methodology to boost First Pass Yield.
• Data & Documentation: Navigate MRP, BOM, and ECO systems to extract part specifications and assembly records.
• Reporting & Collaboration: Generate formal DFMA reports, document findings with photos, and publish to the company intranet.
• Database Management: Maintain systemic DFMA records and partner with IT to optimize the tracking database.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Thermal R&D, Quality, and Suppliers to ensure a smooth transition to mass production.
• Fluid-Loop Optimization: Evaluate cable and hose management to ensure seamless mass production readiness.

Qualifications

• Education: BS/MS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.
• Server Manufacturing: 8+ years of hands-on experience in server system integration (L10/L11) or rack-level assembly.
• DFMA Expert: Proven expertise leading Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) reviews to optimize yield.
• NPI Phase Focus: Strong background guiding products through critical EVT and DVT hardware development stages.
• Liquid Cooling (Plus): Experience with rack-level liquid cooling integration, including Manifolds, CDUs, and Quick Disconnects.
• Fluid Testing (Plus): Familiarity with production-line leak and pressure testing (pneumatic, hydrostatic, and vacuum filling).
• Precision Controls (Plus): Knowledge of critical liquid-loop controls, such as torque management and blind-mate verification.

Salary Range

$100K - $152K

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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