Electronics-Manufacturing Process Engineer Job Details | Ametek, Inc.

AMETEK is a leading manufacturer of high-quality instrumentation and software for imaging and analysis in scientific applications. The Electronics-Manufacturing Process Engineer will focus on electronic system assembly and testing, responsible for planning and coordinating the manufacturing process, improving methods, and ensuring operational excellence through lean principles.

Responsibilities:

• Provide electronics support for final assembly and test, read and interpret electronic schematics and mechanical drawings, and troubleshoot PCBs using common laboratory equipment (e.g., DMMs and oscilloscopes)
• Experience developing custom reports in Excel using data from ERP/PLM system(s)
• Familiarity with firmware and techniques for loading it onto a PCB, develop and/or review manufacturing test techniques/specifications for final testing of PCBs, and document production build and test techniques
• Responsible for the transfer and release of new products into manufacturing (PN/BOM setup), methodize the production of products to maximize quality and efficiency, and implement engineering releases, including managing the implementation process
• Create Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO), manage manufacturing changes (ECO and MCO implementation), and maintain and create process information, work instructions, and operational methods sheets
• Establish, maintain, and provide training to production staff on relevant Gatan standard operating procedures, develop workflow diagrams for products, including QA checkpoints, and reduce manufacturing process lead times
• Implement operational excellence (OPEX) activities and cost-saving initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, define corrective/preventive actions, and verify actions
• Develop and/or review manufacturing test techniques/specifications for final testing of products, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy
• Translate technical data into a format suitable for production personnel, interact with and qualify CM/suppliers, and perform first part qualification/inspection on parts from cable assemblies to complex PCBs
• Work in cross-functional teams consisting of Product development, Engineering, Production, and Quality, define special tooling requirements, holding fixtures, and test tooling as required, and respond promptly to process problems using troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques
• Manage special projects as assigned, follow all Ametek Gatan Safety and Company policies, maintain compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA standards, and maintain ISO compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in electronics
• Advanced ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes involving electronic assemblies, PCB construction/design/manufacturing, and testing of electronic products
• Experience in product design, PCB layout, and test fixture design for electronic devices
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and operational excellence (OPEX) concepts
• Understanding of ERP (M2M) and PLM (Agile) systems
• Familiarity with demand pull Kanban systems and Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Strong facilitation and team-building skills
• Demonstrated core competencies in effective communication and organizational skills
• Ability to utilize interpersonal communication techniques (written and verbal) and work in a team environment with diverse personalities and communication styles
• Proficiency in using business software such as Microsoft Office and PCB design related software
• Positive demeanor and dependability
• Detail-oriented with advanced problem-solving skills
• Ability to read work instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to follow written instructions in English
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (electronics focused)
• Work may require sitting or standing for long periods of the workday
• Travel, including international
• Able to lift up to 50lbs
• Work with x-ray generating materials