Manufacturing Engineer

Emerald Technologies•San Jose, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerald Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a goal-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to join the San Jose, CA team! As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring our PCBA &/or electromechanical assembly operations run at peak performance. You’ll own the technical processes that drive world‑class quality, high efficiency, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing floor. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where your expertise directly influences product reliability, customer satisfaction, and production throughput. At Emerald Technologies, each employee has a significant role in building innovative products for various industries. Come and work in a supportive, fun team atmosphere where the work is meaningful, and careers have no limits!

Requirements

Working knowledge of PCBA and/or mechanical assembly processes.
Ability to work with specialized equipment, interpret drawings, follow detailed instructions, and maintain accurate documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with solid organizational and problem‑solving abilities.
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
Proficient in CAD.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Self‑motivated with strong time‑management skills and the ability to work independently.
Minimum 5 years of experience in the printed circuit assembly industry, including relevant experience working with mechanical assemblies

Nice To Haves

Experience in an EMS/contract manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, document, and maintain precise and detailed manufacturing process instructions (MPIs) of electromechanical assemblies
Troubleshoot process defects and drive toward problem resolution.
Attend quality meetings and drive quality issues for improved yields.
Assist in the development, maintenance, and improvement of manufacturing processes
Identify and apply cost-saving ideas along with implementing manufacturing techniques and improvement initiatives to drive up production efficiencies.
Make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new and/or existing product lines.
Work with new and existing customers on DFM/DFA on electromechanical assemblies and the release of products to the factory
Assist in the quoting process by understanding and documenting the steps, time elements, and tooling required to assemble products
Champion 5S and lean principles within a cellular manufacturing environment