Senior NPI Engineer Department Engineering

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.