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Process Engineer

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In-Office
Milpitas, CA, USA
114K-157K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Milpitas, CA, USA
114K-157K Annually
Senior level
Leads manufacturing process improvement initiatives involving quality, yield, productivity, cycle time, cost reduction, and production efficiency. Analyzes root causes, implements corrective actions, develops process controls and documentation, qualifies equipment, validates processes, and supports engineering changes and new product introductions. Collaborates with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and customers to resolve complex manufacturing challenges and improve operational performance.
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Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Process Engineer 3 to our team.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer 3 will play a critical role in driving manufacturing excellence through process optimization, yield improvement, quality enhancement, and cost reduction initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to lead significant engineering projects, implement advanced manufacturing technologies, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve operational performance. The successful candidate will leverage their technical expertise to solve complex manufacturing challenges while influencing process strategies that support business growth and customer satisfaction.

What a Typical Day Looks Like
  • Lead process improvement initiatives focused on enhancing quality, productivity, cycle time, and manufacturing efficiency across production operations.
  • Analyze manufacturing processes, identify root causes of performance issues, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
  • Develop, validate, and maintain robust process parameters, control plans, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
  • Lead implementation of new equipment, technologies, and engineering change orders (ECOs), ensuring successful qualification and production readiness.
  • Partner with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and customer teams to drive continuous improvement, reduce costs, and support new product introductions (NPI).
The Experience We're Looking to Add to the Team
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, process control methodologies, problem-solving tools, and continuous improvement techniques.
  • Experience leading root cause analysis investigations and implementing effective corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage engineering projects, equipment qualifications, process validations, and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience with statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, or similar process improvement tools.
  • Ability to develop and maintain process documentation, technical reports, and manufacturing standards.
  • Effective communication between various working groups and ability to draft SOP from onsite training from vendor/customer.
  • Ability to interpret equipment issues and provide guidance to setup failure codes for better debugging and process tracking.
  • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of engineering experience in the high-technology electronics manufacturing industry or a related field.
  • Demonstrates advanced operational, technical, and process expertise with a thorough understanding of manufacturing systems and business processes.
  • Knowledge of automated manufacturing equipment, electronic assembly processes, and process validation methodologies is preferred.

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 08-27-2026 Job Posting End Date

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

$114,300.00 USD - $157,100.00 USD Annual

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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