Sonova Group

Senior Engineer, Process

Sonova Group

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Valencia • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $95,200 - $142,800 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead welding process development, including microscale hermetic welds, feedthrough integration, and cleanroom-compatible processes.
  • Develop and implement process characterization strategies using Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize parameters and reduce variability.
  • Apply statistical analysis tools (e.g., Cp/Cpk, yield, reliability metrics) to evaluate process capability and performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex design, process, and materials issues in Class III implantable medical device manufacturing.
  • Support process transfer from development to pilot and full-scale production, ensuring validation and scalability.
  • Contribute to capital equipment specification and procurement to support manufacturing process needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum 7–10 years of experience in process engineering, including medical device manufacturing (Class III experience highly desirable).
  • Hands-on expertise in welding and automated manufacturing processes (resistance/laser welding, silicone molding, motion control, fluid dispensing, vision inspection).
  • Strong background in statistical analysis, Six Sigma, failure analysis, process validation, and process characterization using Design of Experiments (DOE).
  • Advanced technical proficiency in process control, mechanical modeling, and engineering drawings (SolidWorks and/or ProEngineer).
  • Ability to analyze complex data, drive technical solutions, and collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.
  • Strong communication skills; proficient in English and MS Office/PLM systems (MS Project and statistical software a plus).
Benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage*
  • Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
  • TeleHealth options
  • 401k plan with company match*
  • Company paid life/ad&d insurance
  • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
  • Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
  • Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Legal/ID Theft Assistance
  • PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
  • Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hearing aid discount for employees and family
  • Internal social recognition platform
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
weldingautomated manufacturing processesresistance weldinglaser weldingsilicone moldingmotion controlfluid dispensingvision inspectionstatistical analysisprocess validation
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationdata analysisproblem-solving