Company

ManufacturingEngineeringSpecialist

$75–105k ~AI est. United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Manufacturing Engineering Specialist. Skills: Press-fit technology, Electronics manufacturing, Process optimization. Develop back-end manufacturing processes. Validate back-end manufacturing processes”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet production throughput requirements; Meet reliability requirements; Reduce waste; Reduce variation

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Analytical skills; Diagnose manufacturing issues; Resolve manufacturing issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3–5 years electronics manufacturing experience, Hands-on press-fit processes, Hands-on mechanical PCB assembly, Hands-on box build, Hands-on fixture and tooling design, Read and interpret BOMs, Read and interpret assembly drawings, Read and interpret engineering documentation, Manufacturing process development, Manufacturing process validation, Proficiency with Excel, Proficiency with Word, Proficiency with manufacturing systems, Troubleshooting skills, Analytical skills, High school diploma or GED

Nice to Have

Associate degree in Electronics, Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Associate degree in related field, CAD tools experience, 3D printed tooling design, Automation assembly systems experience, Semi-automated assembly systems experience, DOE methodologies experience, SPC methodologies experience, Six Sigma methodologies experience, High-mix manufacturing environments experience, Low-volume manufacturing environments experience

What You'll Do.

Develop back-end manufacturing processes

Validate back-end manufacturing processes

Maintain back-end manufacturing processes

Establish standard work instructions

Document standard work instructions

Establish process flows

Document process flows

Establish control plans

Document control plans

Define critical process parameters

Ensure adherence to product specifications

Ensure adherence to customer requirements

Develop press-fit programs

Optimize press-fit programs

Design press-fit tooling

Specify press-fit tooling

Validate press-fit tooling

Design press-fit fixtures

Specify press-fit fixtures

Validate press-fit fixtures

Ensure hole alignment

Ensure mechanical integrity

Analyze insertion force data

Troubleshoot press-fit defects

Design custom assembly tooling

Implement custom assembly tooling

Design custom assembly fixtures

Implement custom assembly fixtures

Partner with internal teams

Partner with external vendors

Improve repeatability

Improve poka-yoke features

Support preventive maintenance

Support calibration of fixtures

Support calibration of tooling

Lead NPI manufacturing engineering

Lead product launch manufacturing engineering

Review Bills of Material (BOM)

Validate Bills of Material (BOM)

Review assembly drawings

Validate assembly drawings

Review work instructions

Validate work instructions

Drive DFM improvements

Drive DFA improvements

Support first article builds

Support line validation

Support readiness reviews

Interpret multi-level BOMs

Interpret assembly drawings

Interpret mechanical schematics

Ensure alignment between engineering releases

Ensure alignment between manufacturing processes

Validate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)

Implement ECO updates

Resolve manufacturing issues

Drive improvements in FPY

Drive improvements in DPMO

Drive improvements in OEE

Implement Lean Manufacturing tools

Implement Six Sigma tools

Ensure processes meet IPC-A-610

Ensure processes meet J-STD-001

Ensure processes meet customer requirements

Support internal audits

Support external audits

Resolve non-conformances

Implement corrective actions

Work closely with Design Engineering

Work closely with Quality

Work closely with Test Engineering

Work closely with Supply Chain

Work closely with Production

Interface with suppliers

Provide technical support

Provide training to operators

Provide training to technicians

Analyze manufacturing data

Track key performance indicators

Provide process performance updates

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration; Partner with Quality Engineering; Work with Design Engineering; Work with Test Engineering; Work with Supply Chain; Work with Production; Interface with suppliers

Process & Methodology

NPI builds, Product launches

Full Job Description

**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 re

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