TalentGlide · 1 day ago
Senior NPI engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expTalentGlide is seeking a Senior NPI / Process Engineer to serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly processes. In this role, you will lead and mentor engineering teams to enhance process performance and product quality, while driving continuous improvement and collaborating with customer and supplier teams.
Management Consulting
Responsibilities
Serve as the SME for all PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly processes, providing expert-level guidance across global teams
Lead, manage and mentor engineering teams to drive productivity, process optimization and manufacturing excellence
Manage complex projects to develop, analyze and improve manufacturing processes, improving efficiency and quality
Apply Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce costs and enhance production quality
Design and execute process Design of Experiments (DOEs) to evaluate and optimize key process parameters
Oversee facility layout and assembly flow optimization to ensure efficient production operations
Implement process improvements, including tooling, material, and method validation for new and existing products
Lead and mentor teams in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and New Product Introductions (NPIs), ensuring smooth transitions from prototype to production
Conduct lessons learned reviews post-NPI and drive corrective actions for continuous improvement
Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to address customer issues, perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective Actions (CA)
Act as the technical point of contact for customers regarding process-related technical support
Demonstrate a strong understanding of solder paste stencil design and application best practices
Lead process improvement and new process development projects, driving scalable solutions into production
Mentor and develop Process Engineering personnel, providing technical leadership and guidance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across products and sites to enhance overall manufacturing performance
Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and all applicable regulatory standards
Qualification
Required
Onsite role (remote or hybrid not available)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or a related field
Minimum 7 years' experience in electronics manufacturing, process engineering, or a related technical discipline
Strong knowledge of PCBA, SMT, and electronic assembly processes
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
Preferred
PCBA failure analysis (cross-section, dye-and-pry, etc.)
Lead-free materials and soldering technologies
High-density interconnect (HDI) and micro-via technologies
Manual and robotic soldering processes (including BGA rework)
Tooling and fixture design
Epoxy and corner-bonding applications
Manual and automated conformal coating processes
Company
TalentGlide
TalentGlide is a specialized partner for staffing firms, HRTech providers, and enterprises looking to scale faster and smarter.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase