Job Description
Position Summary
PNI Sensor is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimize production of precision sensor products. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient, reliable, and scalable manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on automation, calibration systems, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate bridges engineering design and high-volume production while driving quality and throughput improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Operations & Equipment
• Own and maintain optimal performance of automated manufacturing and sensor calibration equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance and calibration procedures
• Lead upgrades and improvements to automation systems and test equipment
New Product Introduction (NPI) / Design Transfer
• Lead transition of engineering designs into manufacturing (DFM/DFT)
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and scalability
• Develop work instructions, process flows, fixtures, and tooling
• Support pilot builds and ramp to full production
Supply Chain Collaboration
• Work cross-functionally with supply chain and suppliers to ensure manufacturability
• Support sourcing decisions, qualification of components, and cost reduction efforts
• Address supplier-related manufacturing or quality issues
Production Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Track and analyze production output rates, yield, and cycle time
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements (Lean / Six Sigma)
• Drive cost, efficiency, and throughput improvements across manufacturing lines
Quality & Corrective Actions
• Review product and process failures (NCMRs, RMAs, yield losses)
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Partner with quality and test engineering to improve product reliability
Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's degree in:
o Mechanical Engineering
o Manufacturing Engineering
o Electrical Engineering
o or related engineering discipline
Experience
• 3-7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering (electronics, sensors, or precision devices preferred)
• Experience with automated manufacturing systems and test/calibration equipment
• Proven experience supporting NPI and production ramp
• Familiarity with supplier interaction and manufacturing supply chain
Technical Skills
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with process development, tooling, and fixtures
• Data analysis skills (Excel, Minitab, or similar)
• Root cause analysis tools (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys)
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in sensor, semiconductor, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing
• Hands-on automation, robotics, or test system integration experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
Must be a US Citizen
