Process Engineer IV

Hyve Solutions•Fremont, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

HYVE Solutions is seeking a Process Engineer IV to lead the assessment, design, and implementation of production infrastructure and manufacturing process flows to support scalable operations. This role is crucial for the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, involving validation of Bills of Materials (BOMs), configuration of Shop Floor Control systems, development of manufacturing documentation, and creation of time studies. The Process Engineer IV will also manage the Change Order Management process, ensuring compliance with ECN/ECO procedures and delivering training. Collaboration with production management for continuous improvement, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards are key responsibilities. The role requires addressing complex manufacturing challenges through data analysis and providing technical leadership for project execution and strategy. This includes leading manufacturing readiness for new server and rack-level products and collaborating with Design Engineering on DFM/DFA principles. The position involves regular travel to manufacturing sites and suppliers for technical training.

Requirements

BSME / BSIE Degree or 6-8 years of MFG / Process Engineering experience
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
In-depth understanding of Manufacturing Processes
Understanding of standard product development lifecycle
Proficient in MS/Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Advanced Technical Writing/Presentation Skills
Can lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Liquid Cooling experience
SolidWorks proficiency
Experience with PFMEA and DFX
Experience in NPI / Prototype Manufacturing environment
Bilingual (English + Mandarin / Spanish)

Responsibilities

Lead the assessment, design, and implementation of production infrastructure, including end-to-end manufacturing process flows to support scalable operations.
Own the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and production documentation lifecycle, including validation of Work Order (WO) Bills of Materials (BOMs) and generation of floor stock BOMs.
Configuration and maintenance of Shop Floor Control systems.
Development and control of production flow diagrams, server and rack manufacturing work instructions, pack-out procedures, and related manufacturing documentation.
Creation of preliminary time studies and labor capacity models to support workforce planning.
Design and specification of production tooling as required to meet manufacturing and quality objectives.
Serve as the accountable owner for Change Order Management, including assessment, documentation, and communication of production floor and/or customer-driven changes.
Administration and compliance control of Engineering Change Notice (ECN) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
Management of Manufacturing Notice documentation and execution.
Maintenance and update of all affected work instructions and controlled documents.
Delivery of production training related to NPI launches, ongoing KPIs, and ECN/ECO changes.
Preparation and presentation of detailed project status reports to internal cross-functional leadership and, when required, to customers.
Collaborate closely with production management to ensure standardized processes are followed, identifying gaps and driving continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
Conduct risk assessments to identify operational vulnerabilities and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, reliability, and throughput.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards by reviewing manufacturing practices and driving corrective actions where necessary.
Address complex manufacturing and operational challenges requiring in-depth data analysis, exercising judgment across multiple variables, and influencing decisions with senior leadership across functions, divisions, and customer interfaces.
Provide technical leadership by guiding project execution, performing advanced technical work, and establishing technical direction and strategy for self and others.
Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new server and rack-level products.
Collaborate with Design Engineering teams to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles are incorporated.
Identify process risks and implement mitigation plans prior to volume production.
Travel regularly to manufacturing sites, suppliers, and partner facilities to deliver technical training programs.