Process Engineering Manager

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Austin, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
Manage a team of process engineers and technicians supporting PCBA manufacturing. Drive process control, capability, throughput, cost, and quality improvements; develop process documentation; manage development projects; implement new materials and processes; and support hiring, mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Process Engineering Manager located in Austin, TX.

Reporting to the Sr Director, Process Engineering, the Process Engineering Manager will manage process engineers and technicians focused on improving process engineering capabilities, establishing process control systems, and driving process capability, throughput, cost, and performance improvements in a manufacturing environment.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Lead and develop process engineers and technicians supporting manufacturing operations and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee Process Engineering activities supporting PCBA manufacturing operations, ensuring process capability, efficiency, and product quality.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation to support consistency, control, and operational execution.
  • Manage development projects aligned to customer product specifications, delivery, and cost expectations.
  • Partner with engineering teams to design products and processes that can be manufactured effectively.
  • Identify constrained areas and coordinate initiatives to increase throughput, reduce cost, and improve performance.
  • Develop, test, and implement new materials and processes for improved performance and/or lower cost.
  • Support people strategies to recruit, retain, mentor, and motivate a qualified engineering workforce.

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

  • 7+ years of engineering experience, including leadership within the electronics manufacturing industry.
  • Strong expertise in PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, paste printing, cleaning, and reflow.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field).
  • Experience managing Process Engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
  • Deep knowledge of SPC, process capability analysis, process documentation, and manufacturing process development.
  • Proven success leading projects meeting customer requirements for quality, delivery, cost, throughput, and performance.
  • Experience driving continuous improvement, cost reduction, and implementation of new materials and processes.
  • Strong problem-solving, technical, project management, and customer-facing skills, with the ability to analyze data and draw actionable conclusions.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 07-28-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-30-2026 Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • 7+ years of engineering experience, including leadership within the electronics manufacturing industry
  • Strong expertise in PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, paste printing, cleaning, reflow)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field)
  • Experience managing Process Engineering teams in a manufacturing environment
  • Deep knowledge of SPC, process capability analysis, process documentation, and manufacturing process development
  • Proven success leading projects meeting customer requirements for quality, delivery, cost, throughput, and performance
  • Experience driving continuous improvement, cost reduction, and implementation of new materials and processes
  • Strong problem-solving, technical, project management, and customer-facing skills with ability to analyze data and draw actionable conclusions

Flex Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flex and has not been reviewed or approved by Flex.

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage begin on day one with options for dependents, alongside disability, life, mental‑health resources, and fertility/adoption and gender transition support. Plan choice and wellness programs indicate a robust healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick time, company‑wide shutdown days, and in some cases unlimited PTO point to extensive time‑off provisions. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements in certain teams further support work‑life balance.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Quarterly bonus checks and performance bonuses supplement base pay, and some roles can earn overtime at 1.5x. These elements strengthen the reliability of cash incentives.

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