Manufacturing Process Lead Engineer

Lead Innovation in Electronics Manufacturing as a Lead Engineer!

Location: Richardson, TX |
Payrate: $35.58 - $40/hour |
Schedule: Multiple shifts available

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the Electronics Manufacturing industry to hire a dynamic and driven Lead Engineer in Manufacturing Process. If you are passionate about process optimization, advanced manufacturing technologies, and solving complex engineering challenges, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment.

As the Lead Engineer in Manufacturing Process, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that drive quality, efficiency, and delivery performance for both the company and its customers. You’ll collaborate across engineering and production teams to implement innovative solutions that improve manufacturing capability and support cutting‑edge electronic products.

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to support customer products
• Develop application software and tooling for complex manufacturing machines and mechanical process steps
• Lead process capability assessments using Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis methods
• Optimize manufacturing throughput, resource utilization, cost efficiency, and production capacity
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product, process, and component‑related manufacturing issues
• Collaborate with product designers to evaluate and improve manufacturability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Support cross‑functional teams in achieving quality, cost, and delivery goals

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of related engineering or manufacturing process experience
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience working within manufacturing or production environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced setting

• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical process analysis
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, tooling, or process software development
• Background in electronics manufacturing or high‑volume production environments
• Experience leading process improvement or continuous improvement initiatives

• Primarily office and manufacturing environment
• Extended periods of computer and data analysis work
• Frequent use of engineering software and detailed technical data
• Occasional travel may be required

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.