Manufacturing Process Engineer - Electronics

Ametek, Inc. • Marshall Township, PA

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About The Position

Electron Microscopy Technologies (EMT) is the world leading manufacturer of high-quality instrumentation and software for imaging and analysis in TEM and SEM applications. The Gatan and EDAX names are recognized and respected throughout the worldwide scientific community and has been synonymous with high quality products and the industry’s leading technology. The primary focus of this role is on electronic system assembly and testing. You will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing process for Ametek Gatan products. This includes developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods by leveraging your knowledge of product design, materials, tooling, production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. Key responsibilities include estimating production times and related costs, determining the necessary operations for product assembly and processing based on drawings, schematics, specifications, and other engineering materials, and providing manufacturing standards and process specifications to ensure the achievement of manufacturing and cost objectives. Additionally, you will represent the manufacturing department on new product introduction teams, ensure thoroughness and accuracy in task completion, and drive operational excellence through lean manufacturing principles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes involving electronic assemblies, PCB construction/design/manufacturing, and testing of electronic products.
• Experience in product design, PCB layout, and test fixture design for electronic devices.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and operational excellence (OPEX) concepts.
• Understanding of ERP (M2M) and PLM (Agile) systems.
• Familiarity with demand pull Kanban systems and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Strong facilitation and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated core competencies in effective communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal communication techniques (written and verbal) and work in a team environment with diverse personalities and communication styles.
• Proficiency in using business software such as Microsoft Office and PCB design related software.
• Positive demeanor and dependability, detail-oriented with advanced problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide electronics support for final assembly and test, read and interpret electronic schematics and mechanical drawings, and troubleshoot PCBs using common laboratory equipment (e.g., DMMs and oscilloscopes).
• Experience developing custom reports in Excel using data from ERP/PLM system(s).
• Familiarity with firmware and techniques for loading it onto a PCB, develop and/or review manufacturing test techniques/specifications for final testing of PCBs, and document production build and test techniques.
• Responsible for the transfer and release of new products into manufacturing (PN/BOM setup), methodize the production of products to maximize quality and efficiency, and implement engineering releases, including managing the implementation process.
• Create Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO), manage manufacturing changes (ECO and MCO implementation), and maintain and create process information, work instructions, and operational methods sheets.
• Establish, maintain, and provide training to production staff on relevant Gatan standard operating procedures, develop workflow diagrams for products, including QA checkpoints, and reduce manufacturing process lead times.
• Implement operational excellence (OPEX) activities and cost-saving initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, define corrective/preventive actions, and verify actions.
• Develop and/or review manufacturing test techniques/specifications for final testing of products, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy.
• Translate technical data into a format suitable for production personnel, interact with and qualify CM/suppliers, and perform first part qualification/inspection on parts from cable assemblies to complex PCBs.
• Work in cross-functional teams consisting of Product development, Engineering, Production, and Quality, define special tooling requirements, holding fixtures, and test tooling as required, and respond promptly to process problems using troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Manage special projects as assigned, follow all Ametek Gatan Safety and Company policies, maintain compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA standards, and maintain ISO compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Option to work from a remote location including home.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees