Manufacturing Engineer

Amphenol and its Affiliated Companies•Fremont, CA

19d•$94,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

At NovaSensor, an Amphenol company, the Manufacturing Engineer will design, validate, and refine advanced manufacturing techniques for MEMS pressure sensor assembly. The role works with others to develop tooling and automation that can scale with next-generation product lines. It leads process development and continuous improvement, supports production and prototype builds, and collaborates across Engineering on flexible assembly and test platforms. The position is based on-site in Fremont, California, includes hands-on work in a Class 1000 cleanroom for approximately 10% of work time, and may require occasional domestic and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least three years of hands-on engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Expertise in IC or MEMS packaging processes, including wire bonding, die attach, encapsulation, materials selection, and operation of micro-packaging equipment.
Working knowledge of quality and process tools including Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Experience developing or supporting products in regulated sectors such as automotive or medical devices.
Ability to work in a cleanroom while following gowning and safety protocols.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Access.
Ability to apply workstation layout, design optimization, and ergonomic principles to improve manufacturing efficiency and operator performance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation and collaborate with internal teams and customers.
Proactive, self-motivated approach and ability to work across multiple projects, meet deadlines, and contribute to cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the semiconductor, MEMS, or sensor industry.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and continuous improvement of MEMS pressure sensor assembly processes to enhance performance, quality, and manufacturability.
Design, develop, and validate MEMS assembly processes for production and prototype builds, including wire bonding, die attach, overmolding, and encapsulation, with optimal materials selection.
Improve product yield and production efficiency using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, and equipment solutions for scalable and reliable manufacturing.
Collaborate with the cross-functional Engineering team to conceptualize and implement flexible assembly and test platforms for future product lines.
Work hands-on in a Class 1000 cleanroom environment, approximately 10% of total work time.
Support global operations with occasional domestic and international travel.