Manufacturing Process Engineer

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.


Located in Silicon Valley, Sanmina Fremont offers a unique, single-location end-to-end mechanical systems manufacturing service. The facility specializes in low-to-mid volume production, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Its comprehensive, high-tolerance capabilities range from small parts to fully integrated and tested systems, including sheet metal fabrication, precision machining, manual/robotic welding, and advanced in-house painting. Powered by an accelerated volume-to-market model, the Fremont operation delivers highly flexible logistics, distribution, and repair services tailored to fast-changing customer needs.


It is an incredibly exciting time to work in fabrication and integration within the manufacturing sector. What once consisted of highly manual, labor-intensive machine processes has morphed into an era of robotics, automation, and complex engineering. Fremont supports the critical infrastructure driving the semiconductor, automotive, defense, aerospace, and artificial intelligence sectors. As AI transforms multiple key industries, Sanmina Fremont is leading the charge by building specialized server racks designed for AI workloads, alongside sophisticated cooling solutions to optimize both performance and energy efficiency. Sanmina offers diverse opportunities across various fields-including production, welding, design engineering, and account management. Working at Sanmina Fremont means collaborating with cross-functional teams and multiple departments to be an integral part of this dynamic and fast-growing industry.


At Sanmina, we cultivate internal talent and provide resources for everyone to thrive. Whether you are looking to build foundational skills or expand your existing expertise, you can leverage our Tuition Reimbursement program, master new software, and diversify your portfolio. We also offer vibrant platforms for professionals eager to lead, mentor, and train others.


As we expand our cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, we are looking for a motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer who wants to build a meaningful career and join our dynamic team in Fremont.



Job Purpose


This position will support new product development, sustaining products and product/sub-assembly transfers to other sites or suppliers. Primary responsibility is to load Item Masters, BoM and Routing using information shared from Estimating, Programming and Project Engineers to Oracle ERP system. The process engineering team collaborates with Design, MFG Project Engineering, Program Management, Estimating, Purchasing, Planning and other cross-functional team members.



Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Create new PN's for Purchased and Manufactured parts in Oracle
• Enter New BoM's in Oracle
• Enter Routing, Setup & Run times in Oracle using Operation Labor Standards
• Perform Cost roll of assemblies in Oracle
• Compare Oracle cost to Estimated cost
• Perform Time Studies
• Compare actual Setup and Run times vs quoted times
• Implement ECO changes in Oracle
• Perform lot size changes as applicable
• Strive to improve manufacturing methods, efficiency and product quality.
• Practice LEAN techniques and be able to participate/facilitate Lean Kaizens.
• Accountable for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the data loaded in Oracle
• Provide status of projects currently in-process
• Apply Quality steps to routing as required. (Data recording, special inspection, FAI etc.)

Education and Experience:

• BS Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in process engineering
• Experience in metal fabrication a plus.
• Functional knowledge of fabrication tools and equipment.
• Familiarity with various types of finishing and outside processes a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiar with Google Workspace.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.



Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity


Salary Range (annual): $75,000 - $98,000. Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.