Plano Acquisition

Description

Job Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and documenting manufacturing processes that enable efficient, repeatable, and high-quality production of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). This role serves as the bridge between Engineering and Manufacturing by translating customer drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation into clear work instructions and manufacturing workflows for the production floor.

The ideal candidate has strong experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), developing manufacturing processes, and creating detailed production documentation for electronics manufacturing. 

Requirements

Essential Functions 

Review customer drawings, BOMs, Gerber/ODB++, assembly prints, specifications, and engineering documentation.

Develop detailed manufacturing work instructions for SMT, through-hole, selective solder, wave solder, conformal coating, test,    inspection, and final assembly.

Create and maintain manufacturing process flows for new product introductions.

Lead or actively participate in NPI meetings to establish the manufacturing strategy for new products.

Develop manufacturing routing and workflow from customer documentation through final production.

Identify manufacturing risks and recommend process improvements before production release.

Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Test Engineering, and Program Management.

Create visual work instructions using photographs, drawings, and process illustrations.

Ensure documentation complies with customer requirements and internal quality standards.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Maintain engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and document revisions.

Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions as needed.

Provide technical support to manufacturing personnel during product launches.   

Education/Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.

3+ years of Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience in electronics manufacturing. 

Work Experience/Technical Knowledge

Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI).

Strong ability to interpret assembly drawings, mechanical drawings, schematics, Bills of Material, customer specifications, and IPC standards.

Experience creating manufacturing work instructions and process documentation.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

IPC-A-610

J-STD-001

IPC-7711/7721

AS9100 quality systems

Medical, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing 

Professional Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret production and quality documents, drawings, and related industry materials to create working instructions. - Required 2 years minimum

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community.

 Interpersonal skills, working with other engineers and managers.

 Submit accurate and timely reports documenting activities to customers or management.

Preferred Qualifications 

Factory Logix

Syteline ERP

Circuit CAM

Optel MES

Valor Process Engineering

ODB++ and Gerber data

PCB fabrication and assembly processes

SMT manufacturing

Through-hole assembly

Wave soldering

Selective soldering

Conformal coating

AOI, SPI, ICT, Flying Probe, and Functional Test processes

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement 

Physical Demands

Must have an ability to sit for long periods in meetings.

Must be able to walk for long distances throughout the production and office areas. 

Work Environment

Fast paced and challenging due to managing several projects at once.