Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer

General Information

Job Title Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer Job ID 16476 City Sunnyvale State/Province California Date Posted 18-Mar-2026 Job Category Engineering Job Subcategory Hardware Engineering Hire Type Employee Remote Eligible No Base Salary Range: $162000 - $243000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a highly experienced and innovative manufacturing engineer, passionate about transforming complex ideas into reliable, scalable, and efficient products. With at least seven years of hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering, you bring deep expertise in PCBA and electromechanical system assembly. Your background spans EDA Systems hardware, semiconductor test equipment, or similar high-reliability electronic systems, and you excel at leading complex NPIs from inception through mass production.
 
You thrive in dynamic, multicultural, cross-functional environments, leveraging your strong communication skills to collaborate with R&D, operations, quality, and EMS partners. You’re adept at driving process improvements, optimizing workflows, and implementing advanced automation and tooling solutions. Your analytical mindset enables you to troubleshoot manufacturing and reliability issues, and you are committed to continuous improvement, defect reduction, and cost optimization.

You are detail-oriented, proactive, and resilient, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Your ability to adapt to change and tackle challenges head-on makes you a trusted advisor and mentor to peers and junior engineers alike. You value documentation, ergonomics, and scalable solutions, and your commitment to industry standards ensures the highest product quality and customer satisfaction. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on the future of technology, Synopsys offers the platform for your ambitions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Own and lead the establishment and industrialization of manufacturing processes for Synopsys HAV hardware products, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Act as the technical lead for PCBA and electromechanical assembly, overseeing NPI and sustaining activities including final assembly, test, and pack out.
• Define, document, and optimize end-to-end manufacturing processes, including assembly tools, aids, and standards for complex electronic products.
• Drive DFx(DFM/DFA/DFT/DFS/DFR) reviews with R&D, test, and quality engineering teams and EMS partners to resolve issues and improve manufacturability.
• Champion process efficiency improvements, workflow optimization, staffing, training, equipment, and network requirements with EMS partners.
• Lead advanced troubleshooting of manufacturing defects and reliability concerns ,establishing root causes and corrective actions to ensure robust production.
• Develop and qualify manufacturing processes for high-complexity PCBA, including SMT/THT, high-layer-count boards, fine-pitch BGAs, and power electronics.
• Architect and optimize electromechanical final assembly, test, and pack out(FATP) processes for EDA HAV systems, including automation and advanced tooling.
• Manage supplier and EMS engagement, establish and improve product time standards, driving cost reduction, yield enhancement, and timely project deliverables.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp, identifying risks and leading manufacturing readiness assessments.
• Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, influence product and manufacturing strategy, and act as a trusted advisor across teams.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate time-to-market for new Synopsys HAV hardware products through efficient NPI and process industrialization.
• Enable reliable, repeatable, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing of advanced electronic assemblies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance yield, reduce defects, and improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitate seamless transitions from design to mass production, collaborating with EMS partners for optimal outcomes.
• Support Synopsys’ industry leadership by fostering cross-functional innovation and technical excellence.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, driving robust process documentation and operator certification for EMS engineers.
• Influence the future of manufacturing strategy through technical judgment and strong collaboration with engineering and leadership teams.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with deep expertise in PCBA and electromechanical system assembly.
• Proven track record leading complex NPIs and transitioning products from development to high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong background in networking hardware, test equipment, or high-reliability electronic systems.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting manufacturing and reliability issues at both PCBA and system levels.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing systems, automation, quality assurance, and cost optimization techniques.
• Experience working with global EMS and system integration partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to influence across disciplines and leadership levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 35% as needed.
• Preferred: Lean Six Sigma certification, knowledge of IPC/ISO standards, experience with optoelectronics, and background in EDA, telecom, semiconductor, or industrial systems.

Who You Are:

• Innovative and solutions-oriented, with a keen eye for detail and passion for continuous improvement.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments.
• Exceptional communicator, able to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and proactive in driving results and tackling challenges.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable navigating change and ambiguity.
• Committed to automation, documentation, ergonomics, and scalable manufacturing solutions.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a highly collaborative and innovative Operations engineering team at Synopsys, focused on designing, developing, and industrializing advanced HAV hardware products. The team works closely with R&D, , supply chain operations, and EMS partners, driving cross-functional solutions and continuous improvement. Together, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the manufacturing strategy and delivering high-performance products that power the next generation of intelligent systems.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.