Nokia

Manufacturing DFx & Quality Engineer

Nokia • $95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in DFM processes, Automotive Quality, or APQP within Telecommunications or Automotive sectors.
  • Knowledge of APQP processes, including FMEA, PPAP, and control plans.
  • Hands-on mechanical manufacturing experience (e.g., Machining, Welding, Assembly, Stamping).
  • Experience with Electronics manufacturing processes (e.g., SMT, Thermal Solder Reflow, Automated Optical Inspection).
  • Proficiency in GD&T and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.
  • Self-starter with problem-solving aptitude in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Define DfM targets and ensure manufacturability and quality of designs.
  • Conduct process capability studies and implement improvements.
  • Develop and maintain quality control plans and procedures.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Support new product launches through the Advanced Product Quality Planning process.
  • Monitor product quality data for trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Design and implement assembly and packaging processes following manufacturing requirements.

Benefits

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance and AD&D (2x base pay)
  • Optional life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Design for Manufacturing team are an essential part of the NAM New Products & Test Team (NP&T) .

The NP&T team consists of highly skilled Manufacturing Delivery Capability Managers (program managers), Procurement team including Purchasing Capability Managers & NPI program Buyers responsible for developing, delivering the New Product supply base purchasing materials for the prototype builds in Oulu Finland & the Test Engineering Team that are responsible for designing the Manufacturing Hardware & Software Test solutions for the prototype & volume test activities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Manufacturing DFx & Quality Engineer with a passion for quality and efficiency to join our team.

Responsibilities

As a Manufacturing DFx Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring that the Design for Manufacturability requirements and program specific targets are taken into account in the new product development phase.

As part of the team, you will:
  • Define DfM targets and collaborate with Design Engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure product designs are manufacturable and meet quality standards.
  • Conduct process capability studies and implement process improvements
  • Develop and maintain quality control plans and procedures
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities
  • Support new product launches through the APQP process
  • Monitor and analyze product quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
  • Ensure compliance with quality management system requirements
  • Drives best practices and lessons learned implementation in product design.
  • DfM Lessons-to-Learn collection and utilization to new projects. Improve and maintain DfM expert and Requirements Engineering network.
  • Design and implement Final Assembly & Packaging process in accordance with Manufacturing requirements and Continuous Improvement concept's.
  • Create product specific BA/FA Production Process Description and production related documentation (FS, DCC etc.). Ensure DfM target realization by analyzing volume production performance and capacity.
  • Provide support to production ramp-up phase. Utilize tools to evaluate/ conduct Value Analysis of a design & product through the design & production phase.
  • Travel: up to 20%


Qualifications

You have:
  • At least 5 years' experience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) processes and applications, Automotive Quality and/or APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) Engineer within the Telecommunications or Automotive industry.
  • Proven knowledge of the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process, including FMEA, PPAP, control plans, and process capability studies.
  • Hands-on experience in mechanical manufacturing processes, including but not limited to: Machining, Welding, Assembly & Stamping
  • Demonstrated experience in Electronics manufacturing processes are required, including but not limited to: Surface Mount Technology manufacturing, Thermal Solder Reflow Process, Automated Optical Inspection & XRAY inspection
  • Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) with analytical skills.
  • The ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    With good working knowledge of Design for Manufacturing, DFM, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC processes & tools.
  • The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced R&D and manufacturing environment.


About the Team

Some of our benefits in US:

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program


The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
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87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$21.8 billion
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