Manufacturing Engineer - Electronic Assembly

Job Description

Acorn is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to optimize our electronic assembly operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role will have direct ownership of critical production equipment including SMT processes, AOI inspection, wave and selective soldering, conformal coating, and potting systems while identifying opportunities for efficiency and defect reduction.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Ownership & Optimization

• Participate in maintenance and process controls of SMT and AOI operations
• Own and maintain wave solder, selective solder, and conformal coating machines
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime
• Optimize process parameters for first pass yield improvements and quality consistency
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with vendors for technical support
• Maintain detailed documentation of equipment specifications, process parameters, and maintenance records
  
  

Process Engineering & Improvement

• Review and analyze all production process flows for efficiency and cost reduction opportunities
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and reduce cycle times
• Develop and maintain work instructions, process control plans, and quality procedures
• Design and implement process improvements using statistical methods and data analysis
• Provide continuous feedback loop to production planning on routing enhancements and changes
  
  

Quality & Defect Reduction

• Establish statistical process control (SPC) systems for critical processes
• Investigate root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with Quality team to reduce scrap, rework, and field failures
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with process development and validation
  
  

Technical Leadership & Training

• Train production operators on proper equipment operation and process control procedures
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing teams on process-related issues
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians for equipment ownership
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering
• 3-5 years minimum experience in electronics manufacturing environment
• Direct hands-on experience with:
• Surface Mount equipment and AOI processes
• Wave soldering equipment and processes
• Selective soldering systems and programming
• Conformal coating application and curing processes
• Potting/encapsulation equipment and materials
• PCB preparation equipment (cleaning, flux application, etc.)
• Strong understanding of SMT and Thru-hole assembly processes and IPC standards
• Experience with process control systems and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and procedures
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation and robotics in electronics manufacturing
• Six Sigma Green Belt or similar continuous improvement certification
• Familiarity with ERP/MES and scheduling systems
• Experience with CAD software for fixture design
• Knowledge of environmental regulations related to electronics manufacturing
  
  

Technical Skills

• Process optimization and statistical analysis
• Equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies
• Project management and implementation
• Technical writing and documentation
• Data analysis using Excel, Minitab, or similar tools
  
  

Key Performance Indicators

• Equipment uptime and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• First-pass yield improvements
• Cost reduction achievements through process optimization
• Throughput improvements and cycle time reductions
  
  

Working Environment

• Manufacturing floor environment with occasional exposure to chemicals, heat, and noise
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to work flexible hours to support production needs
• Travel to supplier locations occasionally for equipment training or troubleshooting
  
  

This position offers the opportunity to make significant impact on manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost reduction while working with electronics production assembly equipment.

Company Description

Acorn Assembly, LLC is a growing, fast paced, Electronics Manufacturing Services Provider (EMS). We provide full-service EMS solutions to our customers. Be part of an experienced team that delivers high quality printed circuit boards to a large range of industries. Acorn offers challenging and rewarding employment with competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and 401K with a company match. We are seeking motivated individuals for direct hire positions!

Acorn Assembly, LLC is a growing, fast paced, Electronics Manufacturing Services Provider (EMS). We provide full-service EMS solutions to our customers. Be part of an experienced team that delivers high quality printed circuit boards to a large range of industries. Acorn offers challenging and rewarding employment with competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and 401K with a company match. We are seeking motivated individuals for direct hire positions!