Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

**Welcome!** Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can.   Continued success depends on it!  Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! Job Summary =========== We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Specialist to support and optimize back-end electronics manufacturing processes, including press-fit operations, mechanical PCB assembly, and full box build integration. This role will be responsible for press-fit program development, tooling design, process validation, and continuous improvement across mechanical and electromechanical assembly lines. The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing and possess hands-on knowledge of press-fit technology, fixture/tooling development, BOM management, and assembly documentation. This role is critical in ensuring high-quality, repeatable processes that meet production throughput and reliability requirements. Duties and Responsibilities =========================== **Process Development & Ownership** * Develop, validate, and maintain **back-end manufacturing processes**, including: * Press-fit insertion operations * Mechanical PCB assembly * Box build and final system integration * Establish and document **standard work instructions**, process flows, and control plans * Define **critical process parameters** and ensure adherence to product specifications and customer requirements **Press-Fit Program & Tooling Development** * Develop and optimize **press-fit programs** including force monitoring windows, insertion profiles, and compliance limits * Design, specify, and validate **press-fit tooling and fixtures** (nests, supports, alignment guides) * Ensure **coplanarity, hole alignment, and mechanical integrity** meet engineering drawing requirements * Analyze insertion force data and troubleshoot defects such as bent pins, incomplete insertion, or board damage **Assembly Tooling & Fixture Design** * Design and implement **custom assembly tooling and fixtures** for PCB and box build processes * Partner with internal teams or external vendors for **tool fabrication and qualification** * Improve ergonomics, repeatability, and poka-yoke features within assembly processes * Support **preventive maintenance and calibration** of fixtures and tooling **New Product Introduction (NPI) & Production Launch** * Lead manufacturing engineering activities during **NPI builds and product launches** * Review and validate **Bills of Material (BOM)**, **assembly drawings**, and work instructions for manufacturability * Drive **Design for Manufacturability (DFM)** and **Design for Assembly (DFA)** improvements * Support **first article builds**, line validation, and readiness reviews **BOM & Documentation Management** * Interpret and validate **multi-level BOMs, assembly drawings, and mechanical schematics** * Ensure alignment between **engineering releases and manufacturing processes** * Validate **Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)** and implement updates on the production floor **Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement** * Diagnose and resolve manufacturing issues related to: * Press-fit defects * Mechanical tooling * Assembly variation * Drive improvements in **First Pass Yield (FPY), DPMO, and Overall Tooling/Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)** * Implement **Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma** tools to reduce waste and variation **Quality & Compliance** * Ensure processes meet applicable standards such as **IPC-A-610, J-STD-001**, and customer-specific requirements * Support **internal and external audits** * Partner with Quality Engineering to resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions **Cross-Functional Collaboration** * Work closely with **Design Engineering, Quality, Test Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production** * Interface with suppliers for **tooling, materials, and process improvements** * Provide technical support and training to production operators and technicians **Data Analysis & Reporting** * Analyze manufacturing data using **MES systems, SPC tools, and Excel-based reporting** * Track key performance indicators and provide regular **process performance updates** * Use data-driven insights to support decision-making and process improvements * Other projects and assignments may result and be assigned to accommodate the changing needs of the department and the Company. Qualifications ============== Basic Qualifications -------------------- * 3–5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or related engineering role * Hands-on experience with: * Press-fit processes and tooling * Mechanical PCB assembly and box build * Fixture and tooling design * Strong ability to read and interpret BOMs, assembly drawings, and engineering documentation * Experience with manufacturing process development and validation * Proficiency with Excel, Word, and manufacturing systems (MES/SPC tools) * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills * High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred. Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Preferred Qualifications (Optional) ----------------------------------- * Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for tooling design * 3D printed tooling design.  Design and Programming. * Familiarity with automation and semi-automated assembly systems * Experience with DOE, SPC, and Six Sigma methodologies Exposure to high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments