Manager – NPI Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, specializing in SMT, PCB assembly, and DFM.
Expertise in PLM systems (Agile, Propel preferred) and ECO processes.
Strong background in debugging, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Lead SMT process development, ensuring high-quality and efficient manufacturing.
Implement DFM principles for SMT, PCB assembly, and system integration.
Optimize PCB manufacturing, including advanced PCB structures and large form-factor BGA components.
Oversee process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and version/revision control.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) from prototyping to full-scale production.
Utilize PLM systems such as Agile or Propel to track product lifecycles.
Drive data center equipment lifecycle management to ensure manufacturability.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, cost efficiency, and quality.
Develop and implement best practices for SMT and PCB assembly.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, IPC guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Work with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams for efficient material flow.
Optimize inventory management to minimize waste and improve production efficiency.

3+ years of experience leading a manufacturing team (Preferred).
Experience with large form-factor BGA components and advanced PCB structures.
Knowledge of data center equipment lifecycle management and supply chain coordination.