Production Engineer

Job Req ID: 26964

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support CM (Contract Manufacturer) to troubleshoot PCBA production issues and implement corrective actions promptly, minimize downtime, optimize production parameters, and ensure continuous production improvement.
2. Support necessary documentation of processes, procedures, and work instructions to help CM comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements. 
3. Collaborate and cross-function with PCBA manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and quality assurance teams to assist CM in implementing design changes and process improvements.
4. Apply lean methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping) to help CM streamline workflows, reduce waste, and shorten production cycle times. Analyze and optimize workstation layouts and designs to enhance production efficiency 
5. Support CM in estimating PCBA production times and developing schedules to meet customer demand and delivery timelines. 
6. Execute the First Article Inspections (FAI), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) audits at CM, and provide improvement recommendations.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or a related field, ideally candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in the PCBA industry. Candidates with a related diploma with good experience can be considered.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders, including customers.
3. Strong knowledge of electronic components in PCBA, raw PCB materials, mechanical parts, and SMT/DIP/FT assembly processes.
4. Hands-on experience in motherboard or computer/server device assembly, including electrical components, testing, and inspection, is a plus.
5. Strong analytical, practical problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. Familiarity with tools such as 8D, Six Sigma, or PMP certification is a plus.