Manufacturing Engineer/ R&D Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Mountain View, CA

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.

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Engineer owns establishing the manufacturing processes, and practices deployed to manufacture Synopsys HAV hardware products with desired quality and lead time. The Manufacturing engineer partners with Synopsys supplier/Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) (Contract Manufacturer s) to define, qualify and document as appropriate: Assembly processes, assembly tools and aids, while driving cost and quality improvements. During NPI, the ME drives DFX with the supplier/Contract manufacturer through resolution with Synopsys R&D and other appropriate stake holders for highly complex electro mechanical assemblies.

What You'll Be Doing:

Manufacturing Process Ownership & Technical Leadership

Function as a manufacturing technical lead for PCBA and electromechanical assembly ( Final assembly, test and packout) across NPI and sustaining

Define & Industrialize end-to-end manufacturing processes for complex electronic products: PCBA & Final Assembly Test and Packout (FATP).

Lead DFx (DFM/DFA/DFT/DFS/DFR) reviews with Hardware R&D, Test, and Quality Engineering teams and supplier/contract manufacturers

Establish manufacturing standards, process flows, PFMEAs, control plans, and work instructions for complex electromechanical products

Define and improve manufacturing efficiency with EMS to plan workflow, cell layout, staffing, training , equipment, power and network requirements

Drive yield and continuous improvement, defect reduction, and reliability performance using structured problem solving and data-driven methods

Lead advanced troubleshooting of Manufacturing defects and reliability issues and establish root cause and corrective actions

PCBA Manufacturing EDA HAV Focus

Lead manufacturing process development for high-complexity PCBA, including high-layer-count boards, fine-pitch BGAs, high-speed signal designs, and power electronics

Qualify and optimize PCBA: SMT/THT processes, including stencil design, solder paste selection, reflow and wave/selective soldering profiles

Conduct analytical studies of PCBA reliability via destructive and nondestructive methods

Electromechanical & System Assembly

Architect and optimize electromechanical Final assembly test and Packout (FATP) processes for EDA HAV systems

Define, document and train EMS Engineers on product/process requirements. Validate operator certification programs

Champion FATP automation/advanced tooling to optimize: repetitive assembly, handling, ergonomic operations, cycle time and cost

Establish budgets for automated equipment/process development and track spend.

o Drive solution selection, negotiate cost and project schedule via EMS

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Production Ramp

Track DFx (DFM/DFA/DFT/DFS/DFR) issues to closure cross functionally within Synopsys or EMS partners

Support prototype and early production builds, manufacturing risk reviews, and readiness assessments

Identify manufacturing risks and mitigation strategies to de risk production launch. Lead manufacturing readiness through mass production

Supplier & Contract Manufacturer (EMS)Engagement

Serve as the primary manufacturing technical interface with EMS partners

Drive cost reduction, yield and reliability enhancement initiatives cross functionally

Manage/drive project deliverables from EMS partners to product schedule

Sustaining Engineering & Continuous Improvement

Develop & revise assembly & test standard time(s) from NPI to production

Drive periodic review of standard times with costing team to capture process and product changes, process optimization

Own Bill of Materials from Prototype to Production, drive product structure review and definition with R&D, Operations and EMS partners

Author Engineering Change Order (ECO) with R&D team, track and validate correct implementation at EMS

Document manufacturing process and packaging requirements/specifications for EMS Engineers

Technical Leadership & Influence

Stay abreast of industry technological advancements, identify capability requirements, Qualify processes and assembly equipment for highly dense and complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and Final Assembly.

Mentor and technically guide manufacturing engineers across PCBA and FATP

Influence product and manufacturing strategy through strong technical judgment and cross-functional collaboration

Act as a trusted advisor to engineering, operations, and leadership teams

The Impact You Will Have:

Accelerate time-to-market for new products by process industrialization and efficient NPI activities.

Enabling reliable, repeatable, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing of advanced electronic assemblies

Via continuous improvement: enhance yield, reduce defect, improved product quality and customer satisfaction, and lower cost

Seamless transitions from design to mass production via our EMS partners

Through cross-functional innovation, support Synopsys leadership

Required Qualifications

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline

7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with deep expertise in PCBA and electromechanical system assembly

Strong background in networking hardware, test equipment, or similar high-reliability electronic systems

Proven experience leading complex NPIs from early development through high-volume manufacturing

Solid understanding of manufacturing systems, automation, quality assurance, and cost optimization techniques

Hands-on experience troubleshooting manufacturing and reliability issues at both PCBA and system levels

Experience working with global EMS and system integration partners

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across disciplines and leadership levels

Willingness and ability to 35% travel

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with highly dense + complex PCBA and electromechanical FATP

Some experience with opto electronics and optical cabling

Knowledge of IPC, ISO, and industry quality and reliability standards

Experience with manufacturing automation, fixtures, and precision assembly tooling

Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent

Background in EDA, telecom, Semiconductor/test instrumentation, or industrial systems

Experience in CAD software.

Who You Are:

Innovative and solutions-oriented, detail oriented with a passion for continuous improvement, with a deep expertise in developing and industrializing robust processes

Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments.

Exceptional communicator, able to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Adaptable and resilient when facing challenges and change.

Commitment to automation, documentation, ergonomics, and scalable solutions makes you an ideal fit for this impactful role