Engineering Manager
TTM Technologies · Logan, UT
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at TTM Technologies (industrial) in Logan, UT. Lead process validation and qualification activities for new products and processes.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Root cause, SPC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Utah: typical posted base $98k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 19 manufacturing engineer openings in Utah, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Utah plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 18 other live manufacturing postings in Utah.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $98k–$125k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 68%
- New product launch 58%
- Tooling 53%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 47%
- ✓ Root cause 42%
- ✓ Six Sigma 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at TTM Technologies
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: TTM Technologies in Logan
2 other open roles at this site.
- Maintenance Tech - 12 hour Night shift · Reliability · Technician
- Process Engineer · Process
Full description from TTM TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Lead and manage the process engineering team to optimize PCB manufacturing processes including imaging, etching, plating, drilling, lamination, solder mask application, and surface finish operations.
- ◆Develop and implement process control strategies to improve yield, quality, and throughput.
- ◆Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
- ◆Establish and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- ◆Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities for process-related defects and quality issues.
- ◆Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and materials.
- ◆Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize process parameters.
- ◆Develop process capability studies and maintain statistical process control (SPC) systems.
- ◆Collaborate with design engineering teams on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives.
- ◆Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-600, IPC-6012, etc.) and customer specifications.
- ◆Recruit, train, mentor, and develop process engineering team members
- ◆Conduct performance evaluations and establish professional development plans.
- ◆Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
- ◆Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and production requirements.
- ◆Build cross-functional relationships with operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams.
- ◆Champion quality initiatives and ensure adherence to ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 standards.
- ◆Partner with Quality Assurance to reduce defect rates and customer returns.
- ◆Lead process validation and qualification activities for new products and processes.
- ◆Ensure environmental, health, and safety compliance in all process engineering activities.
- ◆Support customer audits and certification requirements.
- ◆Develop and execute the process engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives
- ◆Assist Director of Engineering in capital equipment justification, selection, installation, and qualification projects.
- ◆Manage department budgets and control project costs.
- ◆Generate metrics and reports on process performance, efficiency, and improvement initiatives.
- ◆Other duties and
responsibilities
as assignment by Management.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
- ✓Master's degree preferred.
- ✓Minimum 3 years of experience in PCB manufacturing or related electronics manufacturing environment.
- ✓Minimum 1 - 3 years of direct people management experience leading engineering teams.
- ✓Proven track record of successful process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
- ✓Experience with advanced PCB technologies (HDI, rigid-flex, high-frequency materials) preferred.
- ✓Deep understanding of PCB manufacturing processes and equipment.
- ✓Proficiency with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, or similar).
- ✓Experience with CAD/CAM systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- ✓Knowledge of IPC standards and industry best practices.
- ✓Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).
- ✓Familiarity with chemical processes, electroplating, and surface treatment technologies.
- ✓Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
- ✓IPC Certified Trainer or Specialist (CIT, CIS).
- ✓Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- ✓Lean Manufacturing certification.
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TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer
About TTM
TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market .
Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com
(This is an onsite position in Logan, UT - Relocation provided for the right candidate)
Summary
This role is responsible for optimizing production in the wet process departments, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring the highest quality standards in our printed circuit board manufacturing operations.
Competencies
- •Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing technical teams.
- •Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
- •Effective change management and organizational influence capabilities
- •Strategic thinking with ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- •Ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- •Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across all organizational levels.
- •Experience working in cross-functional team environments.
- •Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- •Data-driven decision-making approach.
- •Creative thinking and innovation in process improvement
- •Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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