Senior Manufacturing Engineer (NPI)
Core
Develop manufacturing solutions enabling new products from early design through production ramp for small consumer electronic devices.
Role type
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (NPI)
Builds
Fixtures, tooling, equipment, and processes for small consumer electronic devices
Domain
Consumer electronics / Manufacturing engineering
Required skills
Mechanical design fundamentals, DFM/DFA/DFX expertise, GD&T and tolerance analysis, Fixture and tooling design, Manufacturing process qualification, DOE and failure analysis, Contract manufacturer management, Hands-on mechanical/electrical problem solving
Preferred skills
SolidWorks proficiency, Injection-molded plastic part design, Automated assembly evaluation, International travel experience
Technologies
SolidWorks, Adhesives, Heat staking, Injection-molded plastics
Responsibilities
Partner with Product Design and Mechanical Engineering to drive DFM/DFA/DFX and influence product designs for assembly and scalability. Develop manufacturing concepts and assembly strategies from prototypes to production. Design and develop fixtures, tooling, nests, gauges, and manufacturing aids. Own fixture and tooling development from concept through release to production. Apply GD&T and tolerance analysis to ensure repeatable manufacturing. Evaluate component interfaces and assembly sequences. Develop and qualify manufacturing processes including bonding and mechanical assembly. Define critical process parameters and controls. Evaluate manual and automated assembly approaches. Use DOEs and capability analysis to validate designs. Troubleshoot complex product and process interactions. Collaborate with contract manufacturers and equipment vendors. Provide hands-on technical support during builds and ramp. Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
