Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
REXEL•Santa Clara, CA
•$170,248 - $175,129•Onsite
About The Position
The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor supports the engineering function responsible for coordinating between sales, operations, and suppliers during the initial design and launch of new and first-built products. This role oversees the creation and governance of bills of materials (BOMs), production documentation, and test strategies, ensuring design-for-manufacture, safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives are met. The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor is accountable for developing team capabilities, production tools, equipment and fixtures and achieving departmental KPIs tied to growth, productivity, and profitability.
Requirements
- 5+ years of industry experience
- 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory capacity within manufacturing engineering preferred
- Valid Driver's License
- Master’s degree in Engineering (any) or related field of study and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation in which the required experience was gained.
- In lieu of a Master’s degree in Engineering (any) or related field of study and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation in which the required experience, the employer will also accept a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any) or related field of study and five (5) years of experience. in the job offered or related occupation in which the required experience was gained.
- Strong leadership and people management skills; ability to coach, prioritize, and drive accountability in a fast-paced production environment
- Expertise in prototype setup, BOM validation, pilot builds, ECO/ECN management, and design optimization for manufacturability, cost, yield, and safety
- Ability to define test requirements and coverage, set pass/fail criteria, and implement safe, repeatable test procedures; ensure clear operator work instructions with visuals, torque specs, QC checkpoints, and traceability
- Proficiency in drawing markup and documentation control; ensure GD&T, materials, notes, and standards are correct and consistent; manage revisions through formal change control
- Hands-on experience with Watlow D8 Controller configuration (inputs, PID loops, outputs, alarms, communications) trouble shooting and test procedure management
- Experience with Rockwell Automation tools (Connected Components Workbench, RSLinx, RSNetWorx, etc.)
- Knowledge of Steinhauer Enclosure Modification Center programming, setup, and troubleshooting
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software; strong data governance and PDM/PLM practices
- Demonstrated use of Lean/6σ methodologies; familiarity with PFMEA/DFMEA, control plans, and process capability (Cp/Cpk)
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; strong written and verbal communication; customer-centric mindset
Nice To Haves
- Lean/6σ certification, PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop manufacturing engineers and technicians: set priorities, allocate resources, conduct reviews, and create succession plans
- Serve as primary engineering escalation point and build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure drawings, specifications and customer requirements are met, via training, standardized processes, documentation, CAD files, and data governance
- Oversee CAD generation/review, enclosure modifications, and enforcement of CAD and data standards
- Drive new product/process development and scale-up: equipment selection, process qualification/validation, gate reviews, and release decisions
- Lead continuous improvement in safety, quality, training, delivery, and cost using Lean/6σ; measure and report outcomes
- Support capital projects, facility layout, workflow optimization, and tooling strategies; prepare business cases and ROI analyses
- Approve and maintain production schedules, costs, BOMs, routings, assembly/test plans, and shop-floor readiness for launches
- Oversee design, development, and validation of test equipment; ensure coverage, pass/fail criteria, and compliance
- Direct root-cause analysis for returns/nonconformances, implement CAPA, and track effectiveness
- Review major programs for accuracy and margin health; act on operational reports (open orders/quotes, WIP, ECO/ECN) to remove bottlenecks
- Define and monitor KPIs (launch OTD, first-pass yield, COQ, ECO cycle time, test coverage, labor efficiency) and implement corrective actions
- Maintain compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality systems, support internal and external audits
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
