Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Global Manufacturing Operations

Google • Atlanta, GA

4h

About The Position

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions
that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute
to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise
will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled
performance, efficiency, and integration.

As the guardians of the manufacturing process, we ensure every product is built
to the highest quality standards. We do not just build products; we build the
scalable systems that create them. Our mission focuses on driving on-time
delivery, continuous improvement, and strategic cost reduction across the
factory floor while fostering a culture of innovation. We lead capacity
enablement, cost efficiency, and automation to ensure limitless, sustainable
growth for Google. Furthermore, we transform suppliers into strategic partners
by qualifying, developing, and managing Contract Manufacturers to cultivate a
globally reliable network ready for tomorrow's challenges.

As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be accountable for the end-to-end
manufacturing lifecycle of Cloud hardware, with a specific focus on L6 (PCBA),
L10 (System Assembly), and L11 (Rack Integration) platforms. Moving beyond
traditional sustaining engineering, you will lead the transition toward a "Smart
Factory" ecosystem. By leveraging AI, predictive maintenance, and unified data
platforms, you will directly support our hyperscale growth and drive the future
of our manufacturing capabilities.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $138,000-$202,000 +
bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and
location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and
additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant
education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary
range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the
base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more
about benefits at Google [https://careers.google.com/benefits/].

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and final assembly process development and sustaining.
• Experience in PCBA (L6), system integration manufacturing (L10), and NPI process development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in configuring and tracking Statistical Process Control (SPC), Process Capability (CP), and Process Capability Index (CPK) metrics.
• Experience in utilizing statistical analysis tools to monitor quality.
• Experience with design and Gerber tools including Valor, AutoCAD, and Cadence Allegro.
• Knowledge of manufacturing testing procedures.
• Understanding of industry manufacturing inspection standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated on-site support at Contract Manufacturers, owning Manufacturing Capability Assessments (MCA) and driving root-cause investigations for assembly issues.
• Define capacity requirements via time studies and line balancing, and lead the technical manufacturing definition for Request for Quotations (RFQs).
• Drive early New Product Introduction (NPI) engagement, own the Design For Manufacturing/Design For Assembly (DFM/DFA) process to resolve manufacturability issues, and qualify new site transfer lines.
• Manage production-released hardware through End of Life (EOL), overseeing assembly yields, process controls, and factory readiness for next-generation technologies.
• Implement automation and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times and costs while maximizing yield, capacity, and overall product quality.

What This Job Offers

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