The Process Engineering Manager will be based onsite in Austin, TX, responsible for leading the PCBA engineering team responsible for SMT, through hole, and secondary assembly processes. Ensure stable production performance, strong quality outcomes, and effective support for new product introductions (NPI) and continuous improvement.
What a typical day looks like:
- Lead and develop PCBA engineers and technicians; set priorities and manage daily/strategic activities.
- Own all PCBA processes (SMT, reflow, AOI/AXI, selective solder, wave solder).
- Drive yield, quality, and line performance improvements through structured problem solving.
- Oversee NPI readiness: DFM, tooling, documentation, prototype support, and production ramp.
- Ensure process control, standard work, SPC, and compliance with IPC A 610 and J STD 001.
- Partner with Operations and Quality to improve KPIs (FPY, DPMO, OEE, scrap).
- Support equipment strategy, upgrades, and implementation of automation or CI projects.
- Direct customer and technical interaction with strong oral and written skills.
The experience we’re looking to add to our team:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ME/EE/MfgE/IE or related).
- 7+ years of PCBA process engineering experience; strong SMT and soldering expertise.
- 2+ years of leadership or technical lead experience.
- Experience driving yield/quality improvements and leading root cause investigations.
- Familiarity with Lean/CI, PFMEA, SPC, and DOE.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced PCBA technology experience (fine pitch, micro components, selective solder, coating).
- NPI leadership experience in high mix or high volume environments.
- CI certification (Green Belt/Black Belt).
- Experience with MES or digital manufacturing tools.
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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
Is Sponsorship Available?
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- Bachelor's degree in engineering (ME/EE/MfgE/IE or related)
- 7+ years of PCBA process engineering experience with strong SMT and soldering expertise
- 2+ years of leadership or technical lead experience
- Experience driving yield and quality improvements and leading root cause investigations
- Familiarity with Lean/Continuous Improvement, PFMEA, SPC, and DOE
- Familiarity with IPC A-610 and J-STD-001 standards
- Advanced PCBA technology experience (fine pitch, micro components, selective solder, coating)
- NPI leadership experience in high-mix or high-volume environments
- Continuous Improvement certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
- Experience with MES or digital manufacturing tools
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