Manufacturing & Process Engineer

Manufacturing & Process Engineer – Sol‑Ark

We are searching for an accomplished and skilled Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in electronics assembly and testing to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and optimizing the assembly and test processes for our electronic products. This position requires a hands‑on approach and solid understanding of electronics manufacturing, process engineering, and quality control. An ideal candidate will possess a strong project management background, combined with experience manufacturing power inverters and related test requirements.

The Senior Engineer will spearhead efforts to introduce advanced assembly and testing techniques to drive efficiency, cut costs, and elevate overall product quality. Automotive or industrial product experience is a plus.

• Develop and maintain New Product Introduction (NPI) processes for supply chain and internal manufacturing inclusive of formal project milestones.
• Lead the design and implementation of innovative processes for electronics assembly and testing.
• Collaborate closely with the engineering team to ensure the seamless integration of new technologies and methodologies.
• Spearhead the design, development, and optimization of electronic assembly and testing processes.

• Evaluate, select, and implement state‑of‑the‑art assembly and testing equipment to enhance productivity and quality.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

• Manage and coordinate projects focused on process improvements and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely and budget‑friendly achievement of project milestones.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Lead initiatives to enhance and optimize electronics assembly and testing processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle time, and increase overall productivity and quality.
• Implement best practices and innovative technologies, emphasizing the adoption of Lean and Six Sigma practices.

• Collaboratively work with the internal sourcing team to audit and select new supply chain partners.
• Facilitate NPI scheduling and production readiness of supplier manufacturing and quality processes inclusive of test equipment, capacity constraints and materials management.

• Establish and uphold stringent quality control standards for electronics assembly and testing.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions for any identified quality issues during the production process.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control procedures to ensure products surpass customer expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability, performance, and cost optimization.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for assembly and testing processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Demonstrated use of PLM Software for creating and documenting new products, product changes, lifecycle changes and product deviations.
• Establish and maintain reporting processes for product traceability, equipment yields, cycle‑time reporting, and operating efficiency.
• Ability to generate manufacturing friendly BOMs in support of ERP systems, material purchases, work orders and inventory transactions. Generate regular reports on process performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

• In‑depth knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including surface mount technology (SMT) and through‑hole assembly, conformal coating and other secondary processes.
• Familiarity with testing methodologies, such as in‑circuit testing, functional testing, and environmental testing.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaboratively work within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong presentation skills for reporting on project…