Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Advantest Test Solutions, Inc. (ATS) is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer Intern to join our team in Lake Forest, CA. ATS is a leading provider of massively parallel electronic test systems that includes System Level Test (SLT), burn in and semiconductor/module tests. ATS has an exciting line of high-performance test systems that support the semiconductor industry around the world. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned engineer with a diverse skill set to work within several engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, hands on and logical to work successfully in a stimulating manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with R&D and Manufacturing teams with the introduction of new products or the transfer of existing products into our existing manufacturing footprint
- Work closely with the hardware/software design teams; oversee product build-related tasks during the planning, development, and validation stages of the project
- Engage design engineers and manufacturing team from design and prototype development through product launch to ensure schedule, quality, and cost objectives are met
- Help coordinate activities relating to Contract Manufacturer's and Operations extended teams to meet both engineering prototype and product launch commitments
- Engage with Contract Manufacturers’ technical staff to develop efficient manufacturing processes, strategies, and help oversee implementation
- Participates in programs aimed at reducing production cycle-times, manufacturing defects and product costs
- Participates in the product ECN/ECO process and address all Manufacturing or NPI engineering relevant issues
- Assist with determining process requirements for new products & measure product performance to those requirements
- Assist Contract Manufacturer’s in development and release manufacturing work instructions
- Evaluates manufacturing processes
- Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
- Some travel (locally) may be required
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Requirements
- BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes including assembly and test
- Understanding of board level manufacturing and assembly (PCB/PCA)
- Knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
- Some knowledge of quality systems and/or methodologies and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of electronic and mechanical components
- Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with PCB layout and schematic capture tools is desired
- Familiarity with CAD programs (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) is desired
- Customer-centric with a passion for excellence
- Knowledge of pneumatic piping and fittings, and pipe insulation would be useful
- This is an on-site role in our Lake Forest, CA office