Manufacturing Engineer

Calex Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Murata Power Solutions, is powering what’s next in high-performance, sustainable power conversion. We serve two of the most transformative technology markets:
Server, Storage, and Networking (SSN), and advanced automation, including robotics and energy storage.

Ranked among the world’s top five suppliers of advanced power electronics, we offer one of the industry’s broadest selections of standard power products and lead in the development of custom, application-specific solutions.

Known for the quality of our technology and the strength of our team, Murata Power Solutions provides opportunities to work with talented engineers and a leadership group committed to growth, innovation, and deep partnerships with many of the world’s leading OEMs.

Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of the work location. Relocation assistance is not offered, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country without current or future visa sponsorship.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling and assembly methods to support safe, efficient and scalable production. This role focuses on mechanical manufacturing operations, assembly process development, fixture and tooling design, capacity expansion, automation implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance and Product Engineering to lead the development of robust and scalable manufacturing solutions that support efficient transition from product development into volume production while driving continuous improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost.

• Tooling, Fixtures & Equipment
  • Design, develop and implement assembly fixtures, tooling and production aids
  • Develop equipment specifications (URS), FAT/SAT acceptance criteria, and support supplier equipment design reviews.
  • Coordinate installation, commissioning, validation, and handover of new manufacturing equipment into production.
  • Specify, procure, install and qualify production equipment and manufacturing tools
  • Support automation initiatives to improve throughput, quality and labor efficiency
  • Manage equipment upgrades and process modifications
  • Develop equipment acceptance criteria and support equipment validation and commissioning activities
• Manufacturing Readiness & Production Support
  • Provide day-to-day support for production operations and resolve manufacturing-related issues
  • Develop corrective and preventive actions to improve process performance
  • Support NPI and production ramp-up activities and capacity planning efforts
  • Participate in ECN/ECR implementation and manufacturing change control activities
  • Support customer audits, manufacturing readiness reviews, APQP activities, and launch readiness assessments
  • Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment and work instructions comply with established safety, quality and operational excellence
  • Develop and deliver training, work instructions, and OJT to support safe, efficient, and standardized manufacturing operations.
  • Support operator and technician qualification, training compliance, and ongoing knowledge sharing across manufacturing teams.
• Manufacturing Process Development
  • Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, Control Plans, Standardized Work, and Manufacturing Risk Assessments throughout the product lifecycle
  • Support NPI activities by establishing robust and repeatable manufacturing processes and designing tools equipment
  • Drive DFM reviews with Engineering to ensure products can be manufactured efficiently and at target cost
  • Lead manufacturing process validation activities including IQ, OQ, PQ, Run-at-Rate, and PPAP manufacturing deliverables where applicable.
• Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring
  • Collect and analyze manufacturing data related to quality, productivity, utilization, downtime and yield
  • Conduct time studies, capacity analyses and equipment utilization reviews
  • Develop key process metrics and dashboards to monitor manufacturing performance
  • Perform…