Job Summary:The Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing engineering execution for AI server rack, L11 integration, and high-performance computing products. This role manages NPI process design, DFM/DFA, equipment/tooling, assembly SOPs, and production line readiness to ensure manufacturing readiness, process yield, equipment uptime, safety compliance, and a smooth transition from NPI to mass production. The ME Manager partners with Program Management, Production, Quality, Industrial Engineering, R&D, and customer-facing teams to support NPI ramp, mass production, and sustaining operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Lead the Manufacturing Engineering organization across NPI process design, DFM/DFA, equipment/tooling, and production line readiness to support NPI ramp, mass production, and sustaining operations for advanced L11 AI server racks.
- Own NPI process design and mass-production transition execution, including DFM/DFA reviews, process validation, pilot build support, cut-in planning, and readiness sign-off for new AI rack platforms such as Nvidia Vera Rubin and AMD Helios.
- Oversee equipment, tooling, and facility readiness activities, including fixture/jig design, heavy-lift equipment procurement, preventative maintenance programs, liquid cooling (DLC/CDU) installation, and shop floor layout optimization.
- Manage manufacturing documentation and standardization priorities, including Assembly SOPs, Work Instructions, Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM), and Product/Packaging Specifications.
- Drive manufacturing KPI improvement, risk mitigation, escalation management, continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma), and team development across Mechanical, Maintenance, and Product Engineers.
Education:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
- Relevant training or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Project Management (PMP), or related manufacturing/quality disciplines preferred.
Experience:- More than ten (10) years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or engineering management experience in electronics manufacturing or related industries, with at least three (3) years of people management experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading NPI process design, DFM/DFA reviews, equipment/tooling readiness, SOP/MBOM development, and manufacturing KPI management.
- Experience supporting NPI ramp, pilot builds, mass production, engineering changes, and customer commitments for AI server, rack integration, server assembly, high-performance computing, or complex electronic systems strongly preferred.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:The Manufacturing Engineering Manager works in office, production, and manufacturing environments. The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility, including production lines, assembly areas, tooling/equipment areas, and customer-facing review areas. The position may involve exposure to noise, dust, ESD-controlled areas, powered equipment, or varying temperatures and requires appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary. Extended hours, shift support, weekend coverage, or occasional travel may be required to support customers, suppliers, or manufacturing sites.
