Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer

$152,000 - $287,500/Yr

Nvidia - Santa Clara, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Santa Clara, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Manufacturing Engineer at NVIDIA is responsible for ensuring manufacturing assembly readiness throughout the product lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) to mass production and sustaining operations. This role supports various NVIDIA product lines, including GPUs, consumer electronics, automotive, and AI-related products. The engineer will provide comprehensive manufacturing assembly process solutions, lead investigations into product failures, and drive corrective actions to enhance workflow efficiency and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end manufacturing assembly process solutions, including DFX (design for manufacturing, design for assembly, design for 6-sigma, design for testing).
• Identify, assess, and apply risk mitigation strategies; initiate and lead investigations of issues and root cause product failures.
• Review contract manufacturer readiness and develop assembly fixtures and jigs; establish clear assembly and manufacturing specifications through validation processes.
• Capture feedback through DFx, yield issues, and repair center activities to improve workflow efficiency and analyze system assembly gaps.
• Assess automation cycle time and propose waste reduction and cost optimization strategies; recommend technology aids and product design changes.
• Coordinate the purchase of special equipment, materials, and parts to ensure they meet intended use and quality standards.
• Lead suppliers to optimize manufacturing process parameters, ensuring optimal yield and efficiency to meet NVIDIA's capacity and cost targets.
• Evaluate CEM technology competitiveness and recommend optimal assembly strategies to support NVIDIA's innovation needs.
• Handle multiple projects and resolve conflicts in a timely manner; lead continuous efficiency and performance improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical, thermal engineering, manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience); a master's degree is preferred.
• 8+ years of proven mechanical/thermal architecture experience, expertise in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and critical to manufacturing risk.
• Good understanding of commonly used manufacturing equipment and familiarity with electrical or electro-mechanical components, as well as PCBA related manufacturing processes.
• In-depth mechanical/thermal background with a proven track record in engineering design, manufacturing, or product quality engineering in consumer electronics, GPU, automotive, or server products.
• Technical and quality critical, effective problem-solver with strong teamwork and analytical abilities; proficient in SPC, 6 sigma, quality control, CpK, PPAP.
• Knowledgeable in DFM, DFA, DFx, and manufacturing cost breakdown; able to accurately predict production performance.
• Proficient in CAD software, preferably Creo, with excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Balanced design and manufacturing experience with a focus on quality delivery.
• Background in consumer data center mechanical engineering.
• Ability to thrive in a multifaceted environment and willingness to engage in hands-on work.
• Self-starter with a deep sense of dedication.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salaries
• Generous benefits packages
• Equity eligibility
• Ongoing application acceptance
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment