Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Emerald Technologies

$110K — $130K *
Brea, CA 92821In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred
  • 7-10 years of experience in PCBA, cable assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing required
  • Background in contract manufacturing for military/aerospace customers preferred
  • Strong knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards required
  • Hands-on experience with Lean and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficient in CAD tools and MES systems (Aegis preferred)
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical initiatives and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing readiness reviews and communicate build strategies to teams
  • Review customer drawings for manufacturability and compliance
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing plans and process documentation
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency
  • Analyze quality issues and implement corrective actions
  • Specify and justify equipment and fixtures for production
  • Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams.

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K with company matching and no vesting period
  • PTO for rest and relaxation
  • Gym reimbursement through Anthem
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Inclusive work environment with team support
  • Opportunities for employee training and development
  • Community service initiatives
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Employee Referral program
  • Employee discounts.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer within a fast-growing PCBA contract manufacturing environment, you'll help shape how products are built, improve processes, and drive technical excellence across our manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer:

  • Lead manufacturing readiness reviews and communicate build strategies to cross-functional teams.
  • Review customer drawings and documentation for manufacturability and compliance.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, work instructions, tooling requirements, and process documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.
  • Analyze quality issues, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Specify, evaluate, and justify equipment, fixtures, and special processes for production.
  • Provide technical support to manufacturing, test engineering, and production teams.

Qualifications of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field) preferred
  • 7-10 years of experience in PCBA, cable assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing.required
  • Experience in contract manufacturing, preferably supporting military/aerospace customers.
  • Strong knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards required
  • Hands-on experience with Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools and MES systems (Aegis preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and lead cross-functional technical initiatives.


Benefits of the Job:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K and company matching with no vesting period
  • PTO for rest and relaxation
  • Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • A safe and inclusive work environment with team and management support
  • Employee training and development
  • Community service and philanthropic initiatives
  • Employee appreciation and events
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Employee Referral program
  • Employee discounts


Work Schedule: This position follows a standard Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Engineering schedules may vary based on business needs and operational support requirements. Flexibility is expected to ensure adequate coverage, and while typical hours are Monday through Friday, occasional adjustments may be necessary.
Work Hours: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week. This is a salaried position, and occasional additional hours may be required based on business needs.

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