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Job Description:

Microchip System Operation supporting FTS product line is considering a candidate for New Product Introduction (NPI) Operations Engineer and Project Lead to work for Systems Synchronization product group based in San Jose, CA. In this position, you’ll be working on complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with the design team to plan operation’s requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners within the company and external contract manufacturing. You’ll be driving operations new product development as well as supporting those products through the production ramp.

Responsibilities:

Lead cross-functional teams within operations and with external partners to prepare for production ramp and/or product transitions.

Plan and execute operations development activities and ensure the transition to production within cost, quality, and capacity parameters.

Manage ramp readiness with internal teams as well as external partners (e.g., material availability, cost/assembly/test/BOM/capacity readiness, and transition plans).

Drive cross-functional teams to optimize the supply chain for specific strategic reasons, while accounting for risks, changes in schedule, or demand.

Ensure successful production transitions meet program goals.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Operations Engineering, or other relevant field or equivalent practical experience

8.5+ years of industry experience in new product introduction (NPI), project management, and/or program management

Experience working across full product life-cycle from prototype and mass production to end of life

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and deliver quality results in a time-sensitive environment

Willing to accept a less experienced candidate with leadership potential

Exceptional written and verbal interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels including engineering and operations leadership teams

US person due to ITAR requirements

Preferred qualifications:

3 plus years of industry experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), project management, and/or program management – “WBS, GANTT, EARNED VALUE”

Experience in Design and Manufacturing in a new product introduction (NPI) role

Experience with hardware bill of materials (BOMs), process documentation, and assembly and test processes

Experience in multiple aspects of hardware operations

Ability to build strong relationships, work effectively cross-functionally, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and lead cross-functionally

Experience leading complex new product introduction programs with a proven ability to multitask, analyze opportunities, define successful approaches, and proactively solve problems

Ability to communicate project requirements and schedules

BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred

Experience supporting contract manufacturing and box build

Experience working internationally – multiple time zone and cultures

Ability to travel 10% domestically or internationally as required

Expected Behavior:

Team player

Self-starter

Strong work ethics

Flexible/ adaptable to changing priorities

Inclusive embraces diversity and embodies Microchip guiding values

Travel Time:

Physical Attributes:

Physical Requirements:

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