Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Primary technical interface to manufacturing partner sites driving Operational Excellence (Delivery, Quality, Cost) and Factory Excellence (capability, efficiency, security, sustainability) for PCBA manufacturing operations.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA/SMT)
Builds
PCBA products and tools for Cisco supply chain partners
Domain
Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), SMT, Quality Systems
Required skills
SMT technology roadmap knowledge, statistical methods (SPC, DOEs, 8Ds, DMAIC, AQL), root cause analysis, process optimization, yield improvement, ECO/deviation governance, SOP/SPC specification validation, factory process auditing, product transfer management, NPI launch support
Preferred skills
Program Management experience, cross-functional team leadership, self-motivation, flexibility under high pressure
Technologies
SMT, Wave Soldering, Press Fit, Mechanical Assembly
Responsibilities
Lead daily support of products and tools in manufacturing; Support NPI launch and govern sustaining products; Analyze data for quality & process control; Drive process optimization and yield improvements; Provide technical support for systemic defects and quality issues; Own factory site technical quality metrics; Govern ECO and deviation implementation; Review and validate SOP documents and SPC specifications; Conduct audits of factory processes; Provide oversight during critical production stages
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
