R26-0008 - Process Engineer

USI

Milpitas, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
8D, Assembly Drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), Capacity Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Debugging Skills, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Change Management, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), IPC Standards, Identify Issues, Leadership, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mass Production, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Preventative Maintenance, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Engineering, Process Flow, Process Improvement, Process Validation, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Proofreading, Prototyping, Research & Development (R&D), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Statistical Process Control, Supply Chain, Surface Mount Technology, Team Player, Technical Training
LOCATION
Milpitas, California
POSTED
3 days ago
USI/Asteelflash is actively looking for a highly organized and talented Process Engineer to help support the Engineering activities at our location in Milpitas, CA. The Process Engineer is responsible for performing assigned engineering duties involving manufacturing process control, troubleshooting, and research of manufacturing quality issues. Assists manufacturing engineering with process development. Interfaces with manufacturing and engineering during the development, installation, and maintenance of improved manufacturing methods and controls. This position is 100% onsite.

About The Job

Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite]

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Manager


Responsibilities:
Process Development & Optimization
  • Develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes for PCBA assembly (SMT, box build).
  • Optimize production line layouts for efficiency and productivity.
  • Define process parameters and control methods.
  • Conduct time studies and capacity analysis.
New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Support product launch activities from prototype to mass production.
  • Review Gerber files, BOMs, and assembly drawings for manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
  • Create process flow charts, work instructions, and control plans.
  • Coordinate pilot runs and process validation.
Equipment & Tooling Management
  • Select and validate SMT equipment (printers, SPI, pick-and-place, reflow ovens, AOI).
  • Support programming and optimization of equipment such as:
    • SMT lines (e.g., equipment from companies like ASMPT, Panasonic, Fuji Corporation)
    • Wave machines (e.g., Electrovert, SEHO, ERSA)
    • Conformal coating systems (e.g., PVA, Nordson)
  • Ensure preventive maintenance plans are in place.
  • Troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
  • Analyze defects and implement corrective actions (8D, RCA, FMEA).
  • Monitor KPIs such as FPY, OEE, yield, scrap, and cycle time.
  • Implement poka-yoke and mistake-proofing solutions.
Documentation & Compliance
  • Develop SOPs, process instructions, and engineering change documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610).
  • Maintain process documentation in ERP/MES systems.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with production, quality, supply chain, and R&D teams.
  • Interface with customers for technical discussions and audits.
  • Provide technical training to operators and technicians.

Requirements:
Education/Qualification
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field or equivalent level of knowledge normally obtained through completion of a BS degree.
Experience (Years & Fields)
  • Requires 4+ years of related experience.
Skills/Competencies
Soft Skills:
  • Decision making
  • Communication
  • Project management
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork skills
  • Problem-solving skills
Technical Skills:
  • PCB assembly build processes
  • SMT process
  • Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing
  • PTH knowledge
  • Statistical process control
The expected pay rate for this position is $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 depending on specific skills and work experience.

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COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Insurance
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://ww2.usi.biz/Careers.aspx