Manufacturing Engineer

Creation Technologies • Newark, NY

26d • $70,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Engineering 1 is a foundational, entry-level role at Creation Technologies, focused on executing moderate to moderately complex engineering tasks to create, configure, and optimize industrial processes for producing and/or testing Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and box assemblies. The position supports engineering activities under the guidance of Engineering Management and offers hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing services while developing subject matter expertise and learning industry standards and practices.

The Manufacturing Engineer translates customer requirements into assembly and test processes by managing bills of materials, document control, and routing validation, and supports New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes. The role prepares and controls manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, assembly documents, bills of process, machine files, process plans, and procurement specifications. It also contributes to design-for-manufacture analysis, project scheduling, process improvement, procedure updates, production troubleshooting, and KPI analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (four-year) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Mechatronic, or another relevant discipline) or a related field focused on electronics and manufacturing processes, or equivalent industry or military training experience.
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as wiring diagrams and drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards such as ISO 9001/13485 or AS9100.
• Understanding of New Product Introduction concepts and how to execute projects, including supporting functions.
• Ability to understand and execute Design for Assembly and Test tasks as required.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Capacity to learn and apply new skills in a dynamic manufacturing services environment.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates or candidates with up to 4 years of engineering support experience in electronics manufacturing are preferred.
• Awareness of IPC standards, Lean principles, Six Sigma, and industrial ergonomics.
• Proficiency with computer systems and knowledge of CAD/CAM and programming.
• Engineering project management and project leadership skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing engineering tasks and activities under the direction of Manufacturing Engineering management.
• Work with and use PLM and MES systems.
• Translate customer requirements into assembly and test processes by managing bills of materials, document control, and routing validation; support NPI and ECO processes.
• Prepare detailed manufacturing process documentation, including customer-provided work instructions, for release to the production floor.
• Create assembly documents, bills of process, and SMT/AOI machine files using CAM350, Factory Logix, or other MES and CAD/CAM software.
• Generate, control, and distribute manufacturing process documentation, including process plans and procurement specifications.
• Perform design-for-manufacture analysis with cross-functional teams and report findings.
• Support engineering project schedules, including coordinating tasks and resources within the engineering team.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes, production efficiency, and product quality.
• Support review and updates of manufacturing procedures to keep them current and effective.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and help resolve engineering issues affecting production and continuous production flow.
• Monitor KPIs and analyze data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits; specific programs and options may vary depending on hire date, schedule type, and hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level