Staff Process Manufacturing Engineer

NOKIA; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a Process Engineer at its Allentown, PA facility to optimize opto-electronic manufacturing processes and drive yield improvements. You will conduct root cause analysis, refine assembly methods, and champion LEAN initiatives to reduce costs while collaborating with cross-functional teams on product launches and capacity expansion.

The role requires strong mechanical/analytical skills, excellent communication, and a BS or MS in science or engineering.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in science or engineering required.
• Strong mechanical and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with quantitative analysis abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide process engineering for complex optical packages and ensure high-quality production.
• Drive end-to-end yield improvements and shorten cycle times through process enhancements.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, training, and process control metrics for optical module assembly.
• Monitor production performance and report results to the production team and management.
• Champion LEAN manufacturing principles and cost-reduction initiatives across the facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve engineering challenges for released products.
• Source and develop new equipment to support product launches and capacity expansion.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in science/engineering

Tools

JMP

Agile

SAP

MRSI Bonder

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Family Description

As a Process Engineer at Nokia's Allentown, PA facility, you will play a key role in optimizing Opto- Electronic manufacturing processes. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team focused on advancing our Intelligent Transport Network-enhancing speed, capacity, and scalability in communications. Your responsibilities will include improving yield, conducting root cause analysis, and refining mechanical assembly methods for optical modules. You'll also drive LEAN manufacturing initiatives and support cost-reduction efforts, playing a crucial part in overcoming engineering challenges for released products. We foster an innovative and agile work environment where your ideas can guide to immediate action, allowing you to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, collaborative setting that values creativity and effective communication across all levels of the organization.

• Guide process engineering for complex optical packages, ensuring high-quality production standards.
• Drive end-to-end yield improvements and reduce cycle times through innovative process enhancements.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production failures, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, training programs, and process control metrics for optical module assembly.
• Monitor and report production performance and yield results to the production team and management.
• Champion LEAN manufacturing principles and cost-reduction initiatives across the facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve engineering challenges for released products.
• Source and develop new equipment to support product launches and capacity expansion efforts.

You have:

• BS or MS in science or engineering
• Strong mechanical and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with quantitative analysis abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience with JMP for statistical analysis
• Familiarity with Agile and SAP systems
• MRSI Bonder or optical alignment experience
• CAD skills in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo