Manager of Manufacturing Engineering (1151635)

Location: Naugatuck, CT

Salary: $165,000.00 USD Annually - $185,000.00 USD Annually

Description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Manager with extensive experience in EMS, PCB, and PCBA contract manufacturing to lead engineering operations in a high-mix production environment. This role requires strong expertise in SMT manufacturing, process engineering, NPI, and complex electronic assemblies, along with proven leadership of large engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing Engineering teams supporting PCB/PCBA production.
• Drive process improvements, yield enhancement, quality initiatives, and cost reduction.
• Oversee SMT manufacturing processes, programming, equipment utilization, and production readiness.
• Support NPI activities, DFM reviews, and new product launches.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve performance.
• Provide technical leadership for complex, high-component-count PCBAs.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, documentation, and engineering standards.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in EMS/PCB/PCBA contract manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading engineering teams in a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing large engineering organizations supporting 175+ employees.
• Experience in organizations with $80M-$100M+ annual revenue.
• Strong hands-on manufacturing floor leadership.
• Deep knowledge of:
• SMT equipment, programming, and processes
• PCB and PCBA manufacturing
• NPI and DFM methodologies
• CAD/Gerber files, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
• Process optimization and root cause analysis
• Experience with complex PCBAs featuring intricate designs and high component densities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with MES and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of AOI, SPI, automated test, and advanced SMT technologies.

Ideal Candidate

A proven engineering leader with a strong EMS/contract manufacturing background who combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. The ideal candidate is comfortable on the manufacturing floor, understands complex SMT operations, and has successfully led large engineering teams in a high-mix PCBA environment.

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