Manufacturing Engineer - IB4
About this role
Foxconn is seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our Houston operations team. This role is responsible for supporting, configuring, optimizing, and maintaining advanced production equipment used in electronics manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with SMT processes, automation systems, and PCB assembly equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, configure, and optimize SMT / Automation production equipment for efficient and high-quality output
- Support and manage equipment including SMT placement machines, reflow ovens, PCB routers, press fit equipment, AOI systems, X-ray systems, and automated production equipment
- Troubleshoot machine issues and minimize downtime through fast root-cause resolution
- Improve manufacturing processes for yield, throughput, and quality performance
- Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Process Engineering teams
- Develop and maintain machine parameters, setup documentation, and process standards
- Support new product introduction (NPI), line transfers, and continuous improvement projects
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience
- Experience in electronics manufacturing / PCB assembly / SMT environment
- Strong understanding of SMT process flow and PCB assembly operations
- Experience with AOI, X-ray, routers, automation, and production machinery
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical/electrical diagnostic skills
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma is a plus
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Experience
- High-volume EMS manufacturing environment
- Process validation and machine programming
- Preventive maintenance coordination
- Data analysis for production improvement
Company at a glance
Foxconn Industrial Internet USA (Fii USA) is a global leading professional design and manufacturing service provider of communication network equipment, cloud service equipment, precision tools, and industrial robots. Our goal is to provide our customers with intelligent manufacturing services for new forms of electronic equipment products centered on the industrial internet platform.
Our Vision: Fii USA is creating technology solutions in 5G, IoT, and Industrial AI to aid businesses in transforming to the Industry 4.0 environment.
Our Philosophy: Fii USA will leverage its’ 30 years’ experience in contract manufacturing to develop technology solutions that will guide businesses on their Industry 4.0 journey. We are building industrial IoT ecosystems grounded solutions that utilize 5G communication technology, 8K imaging data, Industrial AI, and high-performance computing. Our solutions are easily implemented, modified, and scaled to enable participation in the modern connected landscape.
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