Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer.

For a member in the Assembly Sciences & Technology Team:

The team is chartered to:

1. Work with our EMS partners to assess and develop assembly processes for emerging technologies. This position will require the candidate to have in-depth knowledge in SMT and through-hole assembly, rework of these devices, soldering materials (including low-temperature solder alloys), large body BGA assembly processes, mechanical assembly of PCBA’s into chassis.
2. Work with Cisco Design teams on DFM issues. Responsibilities include: Pb-free test vehicle design, validation. Process development on mixed technology (SnPb and Pb-free) assembly. Process development on new components, connectors with unique interconnect structures. Failure analysis support and risk assessment on PCBA with assembly-related issues. Acts as a senior technical contributor. Experience in high complexity PCB assembly processes (SMT, Wave, backplane) required. Detailed understanding of PCBA-related industry standards, specifications, and test methods. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership, and teamwork skills. Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional programs and supplier management. Good understanding of component packaging and PCB technologies are desirable. Technical depth in the areas of materials science including metallurgy and polymer (processing and properties) would also be beneficial.

Skills Required:

• Typically requires BSME (MSME preferred) or equivalent experience plus 8 - 10 years relevant manufacturing experience (production floor experience an advantage).
• Excellent collaboration with cross-functional/virtual teams to solve complex problems in an innovative manner.
• International travel is required, 15 – 30%.
• Able to apply in-depth technical knowledge to non-standard situations to accomplish advanced troubleshooting on new or old problems.
• In-depth understanding of tools, techniques, and manufacturing practices and resource relationships.
• Able to apply expert knowledge and understanding of all interdependencies between business processes.
• Uses outside contacts to develop an understanding of state-of-the-art applications.
• Able to accomplish root cause analysis and resolve problems on a conceptual and advanced troubleshooting level.
• Knowledge of system integration and mechanical an advantage.

Why You’ll Love Cisco:

We change the World, you will become passionate about your employer and the brand you represent. Everything is converging on the Internet, making networked connections more meaningful than ever before in our lives. Our employees' groundbreaking ideas impact everything. Here, that means we take creative ideas from the drawing board to dynamic solutions that have real-world impact. You'll collaborate with Cisco leaders, partner with mentors, and develop incredible relationships with colleagues who share your interest in connecting the unconnected. You'll be part of a team that cares about its customers, enjoys having fun, and you'll take part in changing the lives of those in our local communities. Come prepared to be encouraged and inspired.

At Cisco, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. Yes, our technology changes the way the world works, lives, plays, and learns, but our edge comes from our people. - We connect everything – people, process, data, and things – and we use those connections to change our world for the better. - We innovate everywhere - From launching a new era of networking that adapts, learns, and protects, to building Cisco Services that accelerate businesses and business results. Our technology powers entertainment, retail, healthcare, education, and more – from Smart Cities to your everyday devices. - We benefit everyone - We do all of this while striving for a culture that empowers every person to be the difference, at work and in our communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.