Full Job Description
Senior Manufacturing NPI Product Engineer, AWS Specialized Platforms and Servers
We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing NPI Product Engineer to join our High Memory Vertical team. In this role, you will drive manufacturing development and quality initiatives for High Memory server platforms across 2 New Product Introductions (NPI) with Taiwan-based Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) - from early design engagement through volume production. You will partner with a broad set of stakeholders including design engineering, operations, software development, TPMs, and external vendors to ensure products are developed and delivered on time to the highest quality standards. You will define and implement NPI manufacturing processes, test flows, quality systems, and controls while establishing clear milestones and deliverables. This role demands hands-on manufacturing analysis across design, development, testing, prototype, and production phases, along with a drive to research automation techniques and develop new test systems that improve efficiency.
You will serve as the primary manufacturing engineering interface between hardware design teams, supply chain, and Taiwan-based ODMs, ensuring our products are optimized for manufacturability and launched with exceptional quality. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional communication, structured problem-solving to resolve complex issues, and disciplined risk assessment and change management throughout the product lifecycle. This position directly supports the EC2 target by establishing critical manufacturing engineering presence for the High Memory Vertical following the May 2026 manufacturing reorganization.
Domestic and international travel (~25%)
Key job responsibilities
* Own end-to-end NPI manufacturing execution for GPU accelerator platforms across engineering phases and Pilot builds
* Perform NUDD (New, Unique, Difficult, Different) risk assessments and carry-over analysis to identify and mitigate manufacturing blockers/risks before design freeze
* Define Manufacturing Test Strategy including test flows, coverage, duration, fixture requirements (ICT, BFT, System-level Tests), and buy-off criteria
* Create manufacturing capacity plans with simulations across build phases; conduct line balance and cycle time analysis to maximize throughput
* Lead DFMEA/PFMEA reviews; develop process flow diagrams and quality control plans
* Participates in DFx reviews (DFM/DFA/DFT) leveraging mechanical CAD models, gerber files, and mock-up samples; drive design improvements in partnership with hardware engineering teams
* Drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) for manufacturing blockers and quality escapes
* Manage manufacturing requirements, scope, schedules, and deliverables across engineering teams, suppliers, and partners
* Perform risk assessment, mitigation, and change management throughout the program lifecycle
* Research automation techniques and develop new tests and systems to improve manufacturing efficiency
* Provide on-site ODM support during critical builds and production ramp
* Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams on GPU module integration, thermal validation, and manufacturing requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation/Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline
- 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in NPI, process development, or production engineering within the semiconductor, server/data-center hardware, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing industry
- 3+ years of Demonstrated experience owning NPI manufacturing execution from prototype through volume production, including pilot builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) and production ramp
- Hands-on experience with SMT assembly processes/PCB fabrication or Industrial automation or robotics
- Strong data analysis skills with ability to use statistical tools (JMP, Minitab, Excel, Python) to drive data-driven decisions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience spanning semiconductor equipment, wafer fab operations, advanced packaging, or automotive industry or high-volume server/networking hardware manufacturing
- Experience with PLC programming, industrial controls, and automated test equipment (ATE) in a production environment; ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and robotic work cells
- Process tool ownership in a semiconductor or electronics manufacturing environment including ownership of process-of-record (POR), PM scheduling, recipe management, equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), uptime/OEE tracking, and excursion troubleshooting for tools such as reflow ovens, die bonders, pick-and-place, underfill dispense, or automated test equipment like AOI, AXI, machine vision etc.
- Experience with DOE (Design of Experiments), MSA (Measurement System Analysis), GR&R studies, and process capability analysis in a production setting
- Track record of driving yield improvement, cycle time reduction, DFX, PFMEA and cost optimization through automation and process engineering
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Cupertino - 183,000.00 - 247,600.00 USD annually
