PCB Manufacturing Engineer

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Electronics manufacturer looking for engineer with extensive PCB / SMT expertise! Amazing benefits! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara

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Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us: We are seeking a PCB Manufacturing Engineer to support the manufacturing, process development, and continuous improvement of printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication and assembly operations. This individual will play a critical role in bridging engineering and production by ensuring manufacturability, improving process efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and supporting customers from prototype through full-scale production.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with PCB fabrication and/or PCB assembly processes, a strong understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and a passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Why join us? Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Professional Development and Training Opportunities

Career Growth Opportunities Within Engineering and Manufacturing Operations

Job Details Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate customer PCB designs and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for PCB fabrication and assembly operations.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities from prototype through production release.
• Collaborate with customers, engineering teams, quality personnel, and production teams to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
• Review Gerber files, fabrication drawings, stack-ups, and manufacturing documentation for accuracy and feasibility.
• Troubleshoot yield, quality, and process-related issues using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Identify opportunities for cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, automation, and cost improvement.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, process flows, and engineering change orders.
• Support PCB fabrication processes including imaging, etching, drilling, plating, lamination, solder mask, surface finishes, routing, and final inspection.
• Support PCB assembly processes including SMT, through-hole assembly, reflow soldering, AOI, X-Ray inspection, testing, and box build integration.
• Work closely with quality teams to ensure compliance with IPC standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in PFMEA, control plans, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with capacity planning, tooling development, and equipment qualification activities.
• Support supplier and component-related technical evaluations when required.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in PCB manufacturing, PCB fabrication, EMS, or electronics manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes and materials.
• Experience reviewing Gerber files, fabrication drawings, and stack-up requirements.
• Knowledge of IPC standards including IPC-A-600, IPC-6012, IPC-A-610, and J-STD-001.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Proficiency using CAD viewers, manufacturing documentation, and engineering tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in high-mix, low-volume and prototype manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or industrial electronics customers.
• Familiarity with SMT manufacturing processes and automated inspection technologies (AOI, SPI, X-Ray).
• Knowledge of RF, HDI, flex, rigid-flex, or multilayer PCB technologies.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ITAR, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.

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