Manufacturing Engineer

Volex is a leading integrated manufacturing specialist for performance critical applications and supplier of power products serving a diverse range of markets and customers, with expertise in cable assemblies, wire harnesses, higher-level assemblies, data center products, electric vehicles and consumer electronics. We employ over 15,000 employees across 24 countries, operating in 25 manufacturing locations.

Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequences and processes in the manufacture of PCBA’s, sub-assemblies and final assemblies while providing manufacturing engineering support services directly to manufacturing. Designs, modifies, validates, and manages process activities for a specific product or group of products from prototype builds to production release.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIE

• The employee shall participate in NPIs and DFMs on new products prior to release to ensure quality objectives are achieved and efficient assembly methods are in place
• The employee shall review existing designs and assembly processes for method improvemen
• tsthat lead to improved quality, productivity and cost reductions
• Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines
• Ensure all assembly instructions, tooling, fixtures, equipment and consumables are in place at the time of scheduled production startup
• Training and direct support of production line personnel in manufacturing processes and assembly methods
• Design and modify tools and fixture to improve manufacturing methods and improve quality
• Work with Program Managers and customers to implement all ECO/ECN and deviations
• Must have good communication skills, verbal and written, to properly communicate with customers
• As a leader for Irvine Electronics, you shall encourage and empower employees to continually improve productivity and process efficiency for the company

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIEN

• CE:BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 0–5 years’ experience in a contract manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 & IPC-WHMA-A-620 is desired
• Experience in SMT, soldering, cables assembly, conformal coating, mechanical assembly and 3D printing is desired

MUST BE A U.S. PERSON in one of the following categories

• U.S. cit izen: A person who holds U.S. citizenship
• Lawful permanent resi dent: An individual who has been granted permanent residency in the United States, also known as a "green card" holder
• Protected individual: A refugee or asylee granted status under U.S. law

Relocation is not provided in this role.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

The key physical requirements for this position include the ability to use standard office equipment including PC’s, fax, and copy machine, movement within a standard office and distribution warehouse area, walking, sitting, standing, climbing, carrying, pushing/pulling and lifting 1–30 pounds occasionally. Telephone use is a must

EYE EXAM REQUIREMENT:

An annual eye exam is required due to the nature of our business and customer requirements.