Summary We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager specializing in Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) to lead our hardware team with a strong focus on Existing customer growths and New Product Introduction (NPI), high preferable from High-Mix Low-Volume working experiences (HMLV) manufacturing, and continuous improvement in yield, quality, and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will drive PCBA process improvement, manufacturing optimization, NPI support and cross-functional collaboration to ensure scalable, high-quality, and cost-effective solutions. Detailed Description Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following: Manufacturing Engineering/NPI (New Product Introduction) Leadership Oversee end-to-end NPI activities for PCBA, ensuring smooth transition from design to mass production. Collaborate with Internal DFM team and customer, manufacturing peers, and suppliers to meet DFM/DFT (Design for Manufacturing/Test) requirement Resolve technical challenges during prototyping, pilot runs, and production ramp-up. High-Mix Low-Volume (HMLV) Process Expertise Optimize PCBA processes for HMLV environments, ensuring flexibility and efficiency. Manage BOM optimization, component obsolescence, and alternate sourcing strategies. Work closely with internal equipment team to ensure quick changeovers and minimal downtime. Detailed Description 2 Yield & Quality Improvement Develop PFMEA and implement poka-yoke solution, technical action (Jig/fixtures) to improve first-pass yield. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for PCBA failures and implement corrective actions. Establish quality metrics and drive continuous improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean methodologies). Deep knowledge for root cause analysis Cost-Saving & Lean Initiatives Identify and execute cost-reduction opportunities, Material, overhead reduction without compromising quality. Implement ..Lean manufacturing.. principles to eliminate waste in PCBA processes. Optimize inventory management for HMLV production through good yield to reduce bonepile inventory. Team & Cross-Functional Leadership Mentor Engineers and technicians for manufacturing teams. Collaborate with Test engineering, Operation (Production), and QA teams to ensure product reliability. Communicate technical and project updates to senior management. Knowledge/Skills/Competencies Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field. Experiences: 8+ years in PCBA manufacturing /NPI, including 3+ years in leadership. Proven track record in ..HMLV manufacturing, yield improvement, and cost reduction... Expertise in IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-7351). Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean, and Kaizen methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and data-driven decision-making. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Manufacturing engineering for PCBA assembly. Knowledge of ..thermal/mechanical stress analysis.. for reliability. Background in Industrial and Test measurement product compliance . Key Enhancements Stronger PCBA Process / NPI focus.- Added end-to-end ownership of prototyping to production. HMLV expertise - Highlighted process flexibility and supply chain challenges. Yield/quality/cost - Explicitly called out Lean, Six Sigma, and RCA. Notes This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.