Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – Electronics & PCB Assembly

A growing manufacturer of complex electronic and electro-mechanical products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support PCB assembly, RF manufacturing, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives. This hands-on role will work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Operations teams to optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and support new product introductions.

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing manufacturing processes, assembly documentation, tooling, and production workflows for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and RF products. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with SMT processes, PCB assembly, manufacturing documentation, troubleshooting, and process improvement in a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop assembly procedures, work instructions, fixtures, production routings, and manufacturing documentation to support efficient and repeatable production.
• Create and maintain assembly guides, travelers, tooling documentation, and engineering change records (ECNs).
• Interpret and review engineering documentation including schematics, CAD models, Gerber files, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Support prototype and first-article builds, helping transition new products into production.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize SMT programs, reflow oven profiles, and PCB panelization strategies.
• Provide hands-on support for PCB assembly, RF assembly, and electro-mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and production issues, coordinating with equipment vendors when required.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to engineering teams to improve product quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Participate in cost-reduction, workflow optimization, and manufacturing process improvement projects.
• Support equipment maintenance programs and manufacturing process validation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 4–6+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in electronics, PCB assembly, or electro-mechanical manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of:
• SMT manufacturing processes
• PCB assembly and PCBA manufacturing
• RF assembly techniques
• Electro-mechanical product manufacturing
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, Gerbers, CAD files, and BOMs.
• Experience with CAD software and ERP/MES systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing manufacturing documentation and production processes.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting RF, aerospace, defense, communications, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with cleanroom manufacturing environments.
• Experience working in military, space, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of CNC machining or mechanical design principles.
• Experience with process validation, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with Costpoint or similar ERP systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and technical training opportunities.
• Long-term career growth within a stable and growing organization.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work with advanced RF, PCB, and electro-mechanical products.
• Play a key role in new product introduction and manufacturing process development.
• Enjoy a highly collaborative environment with direct interaction across engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on product quality, efficiency, and operational performance.

In accordance with New York salary transparency requirements, the anticipated annual base salary range for positions is: $95k-$135k annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated project leadership background.