Engineering Manager

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

Summary:

This role is responsible for optimizing production in the wet process departments, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring the highest quality standards in our printed circuit board manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the process engineering team to optimize PCB manufacturing processes including imaging, etching, plating, drilling, lamination, solder mask application, and surface finish operations.

- Develop and implement process control strategies to improve yield, quality, and throughput.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

- Establish and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities for process-related defects and quality issues.

- Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and materials.

- Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize process parameters.

- Develop process capability studies and maintain statistical process control (SPC) systems.

- Collaborate with design engineering teams on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives.

- Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-600, IPC-6012, etc.) and customer specifications.

- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop process engineering team members

- Conduct performance evaluations and establish professional development plans.

- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

- Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and production requirements.

- Build cross-functional relationships with operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams.

- Champion quality initiatives and ensure adherence to ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 standards.

- Partner with Quality Assurance to reduce defect rates and customer returns.

- Lead process validation and qualification activities for new products and processes.

- Ensure environmental, health, and safety compliance in all process engineering activities.

- Support customer audits and certification requirements.

- Develop and execute the process engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives

- Assist Director of Engineering in capital equipment justification, selection, installation, and qualification projects.

- Manage department budgets and control project costs.

- Generate metrics and reports on process performance, efficiency, and improvement initiatives.

- Other duties and responsibilities as assignment by Management.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.

- Master's degree preferred.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in PCB manufacturing or related electronics manufacturing environment.

- Minimum 3 years of direct people management experience leading engineering teams.

- Proven track record of successful process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

- Experience with advanced PCB technologies (HDI, rigid-flex, high-frequency materials) preferred.

- Deep understanding of PCB manufacturing processes and equipment.

- Proficiency with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, or similar).

- Experience with CAD/CAM systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

- Knowledge of IPC standards and industry best practices.

- Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).

- Familiarity with chemical processes, electroplating, and surface treatment technologies.

- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.

- IPC Certified Trainer or Specialist (CIT, CIS).

- Professional Engineer (PE) license.

- Lean Manufacturing certification.

Competencies:

- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing technical teams.

- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Effective change management and organizational influence capabilities

- Strategic thinking with ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across all organizational levels.

- Experience working in cross-functional team environments.

- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

- Data-driven decision-making approach.

- Creative thinking and innovation in process improvement

- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

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TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of  Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.