Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Emerald Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our Brea, CA team!

At Emerald Technologies, every employee plays a meaningful role in building innovative products for aerospace, medical, defense, and commercial applications. Join a supportive, collaborative team where your work matters and your career can grow without limits!

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer within a fast-growing PCBA contract manufacturing environment, you’ll help shape how products are built, improve processes, and drive technical excellence across our manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer :

• Lead manufacturing readiness reviews and communicate build strategies to cross‑functional teams.
• Review customer drawings and documentation for manufacturability and compliance.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, work instructions, tooling requirements, and process documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Analyze quality issues, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Specify, evaluate, and justify equipment, fixtures, and special processes for production.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, test engineering, and production teams.

Qualifications of the  Senior Manufacturing Engineer :

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field) preferred
• 7–10 years of experience in PCBA, cable assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing. required
• Experience in contract manufacturing, preferably supporting military/aerospace customers.
• Strong knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 standards required
• Hands‑on experience with Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and MES systems (Aegis preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and lead cross‑functional technical initiatives.

Benefits of the Job: 

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits  
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account 
• 401K and company matching with no vesting period 
• PTO for rest and relaxation  
• Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)