Manufacturing Engineer

Murata Power Solutions•Concord, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Calex Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Murata Power Solutions, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and assembly methods for safe, efficient, and scalable production. This role focuses on mechanical manufacturing operations, assembly process development, fixture and tooling design, capacity expansion, automation implementation, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Product Engineering to create robust manufacturing solutions for the transition from product development to volume production, driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
3-7 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in DC/DC converters, AC/DC power supplies, power electronics, or related electronics manufacturing environments.
Expertise in tooling design and implementation, process development, production support, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong understanding of manufacturing process development, industrialization, process validation, and manufacturing readiness for medium to high-volume production.
Experience developing assembly processes, production equipment, fixtures, and tooling.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing transfers.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, DOE, and process validation methodologies.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (ARAS, Avante, Factory Logic, or equivalent) for BOM management, Engineering Change Orders (ECO/ECN), and manufacturing planning.
Strong understanding of ergonomic workstation design and occupational safety standards (OSHA or equivalent).
Experience using structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, DMAIC, A3, 5 Why, Fishbone, and CAPA.
Proficiency with SolidWorks for fixture and tooling design.

Nice To Haves

Experience with robotics, PLC-controlled automation, vision inspection systems, servo systems, and collaborative robots (Cobots).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement assembly fixtures, tooling, and production aids.
Develop equipment specifications (URS), FAT/SAT acceptance criteria, and support supplier equipment design reviews.
Coordinate installation, commissioning, validation, and handover of new manufacturing equipment.
Specify, procure, install, and qualify production equipment and manufacturing tools.
Support automation initiatives to improve throughput, quality, and labor efficiency.
Manage equipment upgrades and process modifications.
Develop equipment acceptance criteria and support equipment validation and commissioning activities.
Provide day-to-day support for production operations and resolve manufacturing-related issues.
Develop corrective and preventive actions to improve process performance.
Support NPI and production ramp-up activities and capacity planning efforts.
Participate in ECN/ECR implementation and manufacturing change control activities.
Support customer audits, manufacturing readiness reviews, APQP activities, and launch readiness assessments.
Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and work instructions comply with established safety, quality, and operational excellence standards.
Develop and deliver training, work instructions, and OJT to support safe, efficient, and standardized manufacturing operations.
Support operator and technician qualification, training compliance, and ongoing knowledge sharing.
Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, Control Plans, Standardized Work, and Manufacturing Risk Assessments.
Support NPI activities by establishing robust and repeatable manufacturing processes and designing tools/equipment.
Drive DFM reviews with Engineering to ensure products can be manufactured efficiently and at target cost.
Lead manufacturing process validation activities including IQ, OQ, PQ, Run-at-Rate, and PPAP manufacturing deliverables.
Collect and analyze manufacturing data related to quality, productivity, utilization, downtime, and yield.
Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and equipment utilization reviews.
Develop key process metrics and dashboards to monitor manufacturing performance.
Perform cost-benefit analyses for process improvements, automation investments, and capital expenditures.
Utilize statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, SPC, DOE, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA/Gage R&R).
Analyze manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks, waste, quality issues, and productivity losses.
Identify and implement automation and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Drive reductions in cycle time, labor content, scrap, rework, and overall manufacturing cost.
Implement process controls and monitoring systems.
Support factory layout optimization and material flow improvement.
Support APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, and customer-specific quality requirements.
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and applicable customer standards.
Participate in internal, customer, and third-party audits and implement corrective actions.
Support manufacturing traceability systems and product genealogy requirements.