R26-0016 - Industrial Engineer (Day)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to improve production efficiency, streamline workflows, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role will analyze processes, identify cost-saving opportunities, and work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing operations while maintaining quality and safety standards. This position is 100% onsite.

About The Job

Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite]

Employment type: Full-time, Exempt

Department: Engineering

Report To: Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

• Focuses on line balancing, cycle time reduction, labor optimization, workstation design, and productivity improvement.
• Works on process setup, SMT/THT assembly optimization, tooling, fixtures, and production troubleshooting.
• Improves soldering, PCB assembly, testing, and manufacturing yield using SPC and Lean methods.
• Lean / Continuous Improvement Engineer
• Drives Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, waste reduction, and operational excellence projects.
• NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer
• Supports transferring new products from design to mass production and ensuring manufacturability.
• Handles capacity planning, takt time analysis, headcount planning, and factory utilization.
• Supply Chain / Planning Analyst
• Coordinates material flow, inventory optimization, and production scheduling.
• Focuses on defect reduction, root cause analysis, CAPA, IPC standards, and customer quality metrics.
  
  
  

Requirements:

Education/Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  
  
  

Experience

• 3 years in similar position
• 3 years working in electronic manufacturing
  
  
  

Skills/Competencies

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Good time management and prioritization
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn
• Multi-tasking and Data analytic
  
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Six Sigma / DMAIC
• Time studies & work measurement
• SMT/PCB assembly knowledge
• Excel, Power BI, SQL
• MES/ERP systems
• AutoCAD or factory layout tools
• Data analysis & KPI tracking
• Common KPIs: UPH (Units Per Hour); OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness); FPY (First Pass Yield); Scrap rate; Cycle time; Labor efficiency
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
  
  
  

The expected pay rate for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 depending on specific skills and work experience.