Manufacturing Engineer III

Penumbrainc

Alameda · USD 109,000-152,000 / year · 4+ years experience · Onsite · Posted Oct 1, 2026

At a glance

Experience
4+ years experience
Workplace
Onsite
Location
Alameda
Salary
USD 109,000-152,000 / year · Base salary

About the role

  • The mission of the Manufacturing Engineering group is to provide manufacturing technology and robust solutions that commercialize new products and support continuous improvement in production.
  • Area of work involves manufacturing processes with interaction between production and cross-departmental engineering groups in resolving problems encountered on the production floor and across the business.
  • Coordinates the evaluation, selection, and application of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using independent judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, execute and document test plans for qualification of PCBA components
  • Execute detailed root cause analysis and recommend vetted solutions
  • Communicate and explain problems and solutions cross-functionally and inter-departmentally
  • Collaborate closely with suppliers, ensure timely communication of updates, and respectfully request any necessary changes
  • Manage NCRs, deviations, engineering change orders, and supplier documentation while utilizing a Quality Management System
  • Engage in the troubleshooting of electromechanical products by employing failure analysis and problem-solving techniques
  • Lead the implementation of projects at the supplier level, managing communications related to test plans and monitoring project timelines
  • Create and maintain product and process documentation; monitor process and equipment performance and implement process improvement activities
  • Test processes, equipment, raw materials, and product and perform process validations
  • Train assemblers, quality control and technicians, as necessary, on processes, equipment, and documentation

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or related degree
  • 4+ years relevant engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other computer applications
  • Willingness and ability to work on site

Preferred qualifications

  • Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Medical device industry experience
  • Leadership skills
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations
  • Knowledge of Lean/Flow Manufacturing
  • Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Eleven paid company holidays per year
  • A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year and paid sick time

Workplace

  • General office, laboratory, and clean room environments
  • Business travel from 0% - 10%

Skills

  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Access
  • Quality Management System (QMS)

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Manufacturing Engineer III

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