Manager of Manufacturing Engineering
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
Location:
Naugatuck, CT
Salary: $ USD Annually - $ USD Annually
Description Manufacturing Engineering ManagerWe are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Manager with extensive experience in EMS, PCB, and PCBA contract manufacturing to lead engineering operations in a high-mix production environment. This role requires strong expertise in SMT manufacturing, process engineering, NPI, and complex electronic assemblies, along with proven leadership of large engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities- Lead Manufacturing Engineering teams supporting PCB/PCBA production.
- Drive process improvements, yield enhancement, quality initiatives, and cost reduction.
- Oversee SMT manufacturing processes, programming, equipment utilization, and production readiness.
- Support NPI activities, DFM reviews, and new product launches.
- Partner with Operations, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve performance.
- Provide technical leadership for complex, high-component-count PCBAs.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, documentation, and engineering standards.
- 10+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in EMS/PCB/PCBA contract manufacturing.
- 5+ years leading engineering teams in a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing large engineering organizations supporting 175+ employees.
- Experience in organizations with $80M-$100M+ annual revenue.
- Strong hands-on manufacturing floor leadership.
- Deep knowledge of:
- SMT equipment, programming, and processes
- PCB and PCBA manufacturing
- NPI and DFM methodologies
- CAD/Gerber files, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
- Process optimization and root cause analysis
- Experience with complex PCBAs featuring intricate designs and high component densities.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience with MES and ERP systems.
- Knowledge of AOI, SPI, automated test, and advanced SMT technologies.
A proven engineering leader with a strong EMS/contract manufacturing background who combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. The ideal candidate is comfortable on the manufacturing floor, understands complex SMT operations, and has successfully led large engineering teams in a high-mix PCBA environment.
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