Job Title Senior NPI Engineer Department Engineering
· Shift: Day shift
· Employment type: Full-time, direct hire, exempt status
· Local candidates in Bay Area (San Jose)
· Must come from Contract Manufacturing or Electronic Manufacturing companies
· Mandarin is a biggest plus for reqs that do not required Mandarin
· Must have stable longevity at current and previous companies
About the Job:
As a Senior NPI / Process Engineer, you will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PCB
Manufacturing and electronic assembly processes. You will lead, mentor and guide engineering teams
to enhance process performance, efficiency and product quality across manufacturing operations. This
role requires a seasoned technical leader with deep expertise in process engineering, Six Sigma/Lean
methodologies, and New Product Introduction (NPI). You will drive continuous improvement, ensure
superior quality standards and collaborate closely with both customer and supplier teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the SME for all PCB manufacturing and electronic assembly processes, providing expert-
level guidance across global teams.
Lead, manage and mentor engineering teams to drive productivity, process optimization and
manufacturing excellence.
Manage complex projects to develop, analyze and improve manufacturing processes, improving
efficiency and quality.
Apply Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce costs and enhance production
quality.
Design and execute process Design of Experiments (DOEs) to evaluate and optimize key process
parameters.
Oversee facility layout and assembly flow optimization to ensure efficient production
operations.
Implement process improvements, including tooling, material, and method validation for new
and existing products.
Lead and mentor teams in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and New Product Introductions
(NPIs), ensuring smooth transitions from prototype to production.
Conduct lessons learned reviews post-NPI and drive corrective actions for continuous
improvement.
Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to address customer issues, perform
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective Actions (CA).
Act as the technical point of contact for customers regarding process-related technical support.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of solder paste stencil design and application best
practices.
Lead process improvement and new process development projects, driving scalable solutions
into production.
Mentor and develop Process Engineering personnel, providing technical leadership and
guidance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across products and sites to enhance overall
manufacturing performance.
Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and all applicable regulatory
standards.
Requirements:
Onsite role (remote or hybrid not available).
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Minimum 7 years’ experience in electronics manufacturing, process engineering, or a related
technical discipline.
Strong knowledge of PCBA, SMT, and electronic assembly processes.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and drive continuous improvement
initiatives.
Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Preferred Experience:
PCBA failure analysis (cross-section, dye-and-pry, etc.)
Lead-free materials and soldering technologies
High-density interconnect (HDI) and micro-via technologies
Manual and robotic soldering processes (including BGA rework)
Tooling and fixture design
Epoxy and corner-bonding applications
Manual and automated conformal coating processes
Foxconn Assembly, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive
consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age,
disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Foxconn Assembly, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form
I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the U.S.