Comnet · 1 week ago
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Danbury, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelComnet is a global leader in industrial networking solutions, committed to empowering integrators and industrial users with innovative connectivity technologies. The Manufacturing Engineering Specialist will oversee manufacturability, scalability, compliance, and reliability of hardware solutions, collaborating with various teams to industrialize new products and support business growth.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Lead Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/DFA) initiatives and scale-up efforts for enterprise-class electronic products, such as Ethernet switches and media converters
Partner with R&D and Production teams to optimize electronics assembly and manufacturing processes from prototype through volume ramp
Lead the creation of manufacturing process flows and Lean cells to support new product introductions (NPI)
Develop and implement cost-reduction, yield improvement, and reliability-enhancement strategies
Collaborate with Supply Chain leadership to manage relationships with strategic suppliers and contract manufacturers, ensuring streamlined and scalable production
Monitor production standards, evaluate internal manufacturing processes, establish NCR processes, and generate statistical reports on quality performance
Recommend and support improvements to the ERP system (NetSuite), with a strong understanding of BOM structures and routings
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and certifications, including ISO 9001 and related quality standards
Work closely with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to define, implement, and maintain robust quality control plans, including inspection and test strategies
Support facility management initiatives as needed
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related field)
Hands-on experience in electrical and electronic manufacturing and assembly
Proven expertise in DFM/DFA for electronic equipment, ideally including networking hardware such as Ethernet switches or media converters
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project teams and collaborate effectively with Engineering, Sourcing, Production, and external partners
Strong problem-solving skills, data-driven decision-making abilities, and comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Proficiency in MS Office, with above-average skills in Microsoft Excel
Preferred
Experience with plant and production line layout optimization to improve operational efficiency and flow
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent continuous improvement experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or a strong project management track record
Proven experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
A strong track record of delivering cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives in manufacturing environments
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development
Training
Growth opportunities
Company
Comnet
At Comnet, we solve complex industrial communication problems to keep operations up and running.
Founded in 2008
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase