Engineered fasteners and installation solutions for thin-metal and electronics assembly
PennEngineering manufactures self-clinching and specialty fasteners for sheet metal and PCB assembly, operating a globally distributed manufacturing footprint aligned to regional demand. The hiring velocity is accelerating across manufacturing (45 roles), engineering (15), and support functions, while internal projects center on JD Edwards optimization, cost reduction, and new product development—pointing toward operational maturity challenges in a capital-intensive, multi-region business.
Notable leadership hires: Finance Director
PennEngineering is a privately held fastener manufacturer founded in 1942, operating in over 1,000 employees across multiple continents. The company's product portfolio spans PEM® self-clinching fasteners for structural applications and microPEM® variants for compact electronics including wearables. Manufacturing is localized to major markets (US, Ireland, Taiwan, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia) to serve regional demand, supported by in-house technical engineering teams at each location. Core applications include automotive, electronics, and industrial assembly.
PennEngineering operates manufacturing facilities and hiring across United States, Ireland, Taiwan, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, South Korea, and Malaysia—a strategy to align production with regional demand.
PennEngineering uses JD Edwards (including EnterpriseOne), SAP, Syspro, and CMMS for operations, with current projects focused on JD Edwards platform optimization and workflow efficiency.
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