San Jose, CA, US Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Requisition ID: 93344-0

Sanmina Corporation (NASDAQ: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose:

Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products. Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement tooling, process, product documentation/process instructions required for the System Integration in the fast pace environment.
• Has to be able to develop Manufacturing Process Instructions with sufficient details to support repeatable and consistent manufacturing process. 
• Configure BOM's/routings in accordance with the product structure, develop and execute validation protocols utilizing IQ/OQ/PQ methodology, and submit related ECO/PCOs into Agile system.
• Provide DFA/DFM feedback to customers and post build repots Train personnel responsible for product integration.
• Coordinate time study, line set up, line balancing/ line capacity and other process improvement related projects, and write reports.
• Must be detail oriented, team player, flexible and self-starter with strong interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills in interacting with team members are must. The ideal candidate must possess ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a demanding environment, demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• In concert with quality organization, ensures that customer requirements are implemented and met.
• Design the system integration lean line layout and equip line with required tooling and fixtures. Support new product introduction.
• Candidate must possess good written and verbal communication skills, and be able to adapt quickly to changes, prioritize and execute multiple tasks in the fast pace environment.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years related experience.
• Experienced in "System integration" manufacturing engineering role. Can do DFX on system builds. Recommend improvements to system designs conduct experiments and draft Build reports.
• Mechanical engineering background preferred in manufacturing complex system builds in an EMS or OEM environment.
• Write "MPI" tooling for cost cutting, cycle time reductions, cell layouts, DFX on system builds, interface customer on design issues and design improvements.
• Identify process gaps in manufacturing of a complex system build. Conduct DOE/recommend new parts and suggest improvements.
• Learn homegrown manufacturing execution software, configure product flow, collect data and assist junior engineers in test/manufacturing data analysis.
• Streamline data collection process
• Strong in SOLIDWORKS, Excel/MS office/Agile.
• PCBA experience preferred.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity   

 Salary Range (annual): $120,000 - $140,000

In addition, Sanmina Provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.