Manufacturing Mechanical NPI Engineer

Arista Networks is a fast-growing company and an industry leader in the ethernet switch industry. Our switch systems have touched every corner of the market - from the data centers of the world’s largest cloud-computing companies, to your local university’s server room, and every application in between. We design virtually all of the hardware and software that goes into our products and it’s a badge we wear proudly. This wouldn’t be possible without the likes of talented engineers who are given the opportunity to fully lead their own projects and the freedom to think outside the box. Whether you are an intern, a junior engineer or someone who’s been around the block, one thing is for certain - you will leave your mark.

**This position requires on-site presence in Santa Clara, CA**

We are seeking candidates who take pride in driving and sustaining product development through manufacturing. As an Arista Manufacturing New Product Introduction Engineer, you will engage with Engineering, Platform Design, CM Partners, CA personnel and other business functions. You will get an opportunity to work with some of the smartest engineering and technical leaders in the industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the development of new products and drive design for manufacturing excellence.
• Participate on a project team of engineers involved in the specification, design, development, and test of the hardware.
• Provide manufacturing input to mechanical design reviews.
• Design for DFx : DFC, DFQ, DFM, DFR, DFT.
• Evaluate technical readiness prior to release. Deliver Technical Readiness reviews with the cross-functional team.
• Perform new product and sustaining engineering functions.
• BOM risk assessment, grading and second sourcing.
• Manufacturer’s PCN execution and coordination, provide analysis and qualification resources.
• Interface/engage with Engineering, Platform Engineering, Marketing, TAC, and CM Partners.
• Provide training/mentorship to contract manufacturing personnel. Ensure that
• Manufacturing receives the required level of product training.
• Improve manufacturing operations processes and actively enhance efficiency, consistency, cost avoidance, and customer satisfaction.
• Drive the evaluation and enhancement of the engineering design verification process with the goal of releasing zero design defects to production.
• Establish technical direction through the investigation and evaluation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Approve and validate mechanical first articles.
• Manage the release of New Products and manage technical changes to existing products through BOM management, ECO, and deviation processes.
• Assist in early prototype testing and troubleshooting/debug to find root cause failures and drive back fixes to engineering or contract manufacturer.
• Debug complex system-level problems and drive root cause analysis.
• DRT participation and leadership. Actively work with the Defect Reduction Team to identify product issues and drive resolutions.
• Work in conformance with established manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Perform value engineering and cost reduction activities.
• Develop manufacturing process and best practice documentation.

• 1-3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Product, Process, or NPI Engineering in Networking equipment manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in networking products related to routing, switching, and data center.
• Expert knowledge in ECO, BOM, and Deviation processes, (Agile experience a plus).
• Solid working knowledge of DFx (DFM, DFA, DFT, DFQ and/or DFR), production fixturing, inspection processes, and overall manufacturing quality control.
• Strong knowledge of basic manufacturing processes including CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal production, coating technologies, and finishing operations.
• Knowledge of packaging materials and processes.
•  Experience working with Contract Manufacturers and Supply Chain vendors in Asia.
• Ability to establish technical direction through the investigation and evaluation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to understand and create tolerance stack-up of parts and assemblies.
• Work independently and as a strong team player: be detail-oriented, organized, and hands-on.
• Working knowledge of lab equipment and tools.
• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Some travel required.

The new hire base annual pay for this role has a salary range of $100k to $175k. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and US location. The salary range provided reflects the base salary and in addition may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses, commissions, equity, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, well-being, tax savings, and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.