Ability to work independently, directing and setting priorities for manufacturing partners to solve complex design, manufacturing and material challenges. Drive cost reduction and yield improvement initiatives. Partner early with NPI teams to identify design, process, and tools that are new, unique, or difficult and resolve manufacturing challenges by following DFx best practices and principles while staying current and versed in emerging technologies, materials, methods and manufacturing processes. Work closely with manufacturing partners to develop new or improved assembly fixtures and automation systems to enhance product quality and production efficiency. Communicate clearly with peers and leadership by distilling complex technical issues, outlining options, and presenting data-backed recommendations Perform regular process audits to ensure factory executes based on defined specifications and procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify manufacturing process risks and challenges and provide technical solutions to resolve and mitigate while meeting schedule, cost, and performance-related objectives. Generate best practices guidelines and documentation that improve future product development and sustaining efforts. Master's Degree in manufacturing, material, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in a manufacturing environment /repair OR Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing, material, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering, or related field AND 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment/repair OR 7+ years of equivalent experience. Experience with mechanical or enclosure manufacturing processes. Working knowledge of SPC, MSA/GRR, root cause analysis, FMEA, DOE, and reliability testing. Experience using statistical analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab). Strong problem-solving skills and ability to use manufacturing and field data to drive quality improvements. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Mandarin and Vietnamese will be a plus. Proficiency with 3D design tools and other CAD suites such as Pro-E/Creo or SolidWorks. Patent or track record of engineering excellence. Design for Manufacturability, Failure/Data Analysis, Design of Experiments and statistical analysis using Six Sigma principles. NPI (New Product Introduction) and manufacturing operations experience. Experience with high accuracy automation system development and qualification.
