Engineering Manager (bilingual Mandarin)

Job Title: Engineering Manager (bilingual Mandarin)Department: Manufacturing / EngineeringReports To: Director of NPI EngineeringLocation: San Jose, CaliforniaPosition Summary:The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) engineering team to ensure efficient, high-quality PCB assembly operations. This role oversees process development, equipment optimization, new product introduction (NPI), and continuous improvement activities to achieve production goals in quality, cost, and delivery. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with strong problem-solving skills, deep SMT process knowledge, and proven experience managing cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead, coach, and develop the SMT engineering team to achieve departmental and company objectivesOversee day-to-day SMT production engineering activities, ensuring process stability, efficiency, and high yieldManage and optimize SMT equipment, including stencil printers, placement machines, reflow ovens, and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systemsDrive continuous improvement initiatives in process capability, cycle time reduction, and defect preventionLead new product introduction (NPI) for SMT lines, ensuring successful prototype builds and seamless production transitionCollaborate with Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams to resolve process issues and improve manufacturabilityDefine and maintain SMT process standards, documentation, and equipment maintenance plansAnalyze process data (Statistical Process Control (SPC), Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, downtime) and implement corrective actions to achieve performance targetsParticipate in capacity planning, line balancing, and layout optimization for future scalabilityManage engineering projects, including capital equipment justification and implementationEnsure compliance with ESD, IPC, and ISO standards and support audits as requiredQualifications:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (Master’s preferred)Experience:Minimum 10+ years of SMT process or manufacturing engineering experience in electronics assemblyAt least 3 years in a supervisory or management role leading engineering or production teamsStrong knowledge of SMT equipmentProven experience with NPI, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)Skills:Strong leadership, communication, and team development abilitiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills using data-driven approachesProficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and quality toolsAbility to manage multiple priorities and drive results under tight timelinesKnowledge of ERP/MES systems and familiarity with IPC standardsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with automotive, medical device, or high-reliability electronics manufacturingCertification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black BeltWork Environment:Office and manufacturing floor environmentMay require occasional travel to suppliers or other company sitesOur company 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.Powered by JazzHRFvNwzP02te