Lead Product Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing build and test activities at the rack and system level .
• Develop, document, and implement new product assembly, build, and test procedures .
• Evaluate and support Design Validation Testing , ensuring all RTM (Release to Manufacturing) deliverables are met.
• Participate in System Validation Testing at Cadence facilities and with contract manufacturers.
• Own and drive completion of all assembly and test procedures and process documentation for next-generation Cadence products at designated contract manufacturers.
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) efforts and resolve manufacturing-related design issues.
• Collaborate with System Manufacturing Test Engineers to develop manufacturing-level test solutions .
• Drive correlation between system-level testing and manufacturing test cells.
• Manage prototype and pre-production builds at contract manufacturers, ensuring accurate technical content and execution.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and drive resolution of early manufacturing issues at contract manufacturers.
• Ensure closure of all deliverables required for Release to Manufacturing .
• Design, develop, and manage scalable and automated assembly and test processes , test fixtures, and supporting equipment to enable efficient production and sustained high quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering .
• Experience with test cell development and support .
• Proven experience working with contract manufacturers .
• Ability to drive development of custom tools for manufacturing and field use.
• Hands-on experience with system-level products , from prototype through manufacturing release.
• Experience managing complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) .
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, creative, and organized; capable of managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced or startup-like environment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, test flows, and new product introduction (NPI) .
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Access , and general electronic and mechanical CAD tools .
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and device datasheets .
• Position reports to: Product Engineering Manager
• El puesto es subordinado directo de: gerente de Ingeniería de Producto
• Location: Primarily Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico in Cadence office or assigned local partner contract manufacturer sites, or any other locations as assigned or instructed by the Company.
• Ubicación: principalmente en Guadalajara, Jalisco, México, en la oficina de Cadence o en los sitios

Additional Information

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. The Product Engineer must have the ability to excel in a high-energy, small, focused team environment, drive solutions from rough requirements, and have a commitment to high product quality. This position requires an adaptive learner and a demonstrated ability to work in a cross functional environment. A strong sense of shared responsibility and shared reward is required. In this key role, you will be instrumental in ensuring that the Cadence Palladium and Protium product development and release to manufacturing process flows meet the Company's demanding mission critical reliability and quality expectations. Product Engineer Location: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico (primarily onsite at assigned local partner contract manufacturer sites; additional locations as required) Reports To: Product Engineering Manager Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated Product Engineer to join a high-energy, focused product development team. This role requires the ability to translate evolving requirements into effective manufacturing and test solutions while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and reliability. As a key contributor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful development, validation, and release to manufacturing of Cadence Palladium and Protium systems , meeting the company's mission-critical performance and quality expectations. The ideal candidate thrives in cross-functional environments, takes shared ownership of outcomes, and is committed to continuous learning and improvement.

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