NPI Manufacturing Engineer - AI Compute Hardware
Core
Lead NPI manufacturing for next-gen AI compute infrastructure (chips, trays, racks) from EVT to mass production, ensuring scalable, high-yield processes for LLM training/inference hardware.
Role type
Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer (AI Compute Hardware)
Builds
AI chip, compute tray, and rack-scale platforms for large-scale LLM training and inference
Domain
AI Hardware / Semiconductor Manufacturing / Data Center Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
NPI process development (EVT/DVT/PVT), SMT process optimization, manufacturing test fixture development, yield analysis & root cause resolution, JDM/ODM partner management, DFM/DFA/DFT implementation, SPC & process capability analysis
Preferred skills
High-power AI accelerator/GPU server manufacturing, liquid cooling assembly, OCP Open Rack integration, automated manufacturing test systems, IPC manufacturing standards
Technologies
SMT, SPI, AOI, X-ray, ICT, Boundary Scan, JTAG, PLM/MES tools (Arena, Agile)
Responsibilities
Own manufacturing NPI from EVT through DVT and PVT; Develop and maintain manufacturing process flows and documentation; Lead SMT process development and optimization; Define and implement production tooling and test processes; Own manufacturing process yield and continuous improvement; Manage manufacturing implementation of ECOs and BOM changes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC