Summary

Industry: Contract Manufacturing / Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

Experience Required: 10+ years in EMS or contract manufacturing

Language: Fluent English (for international OEM communication)

Summary

The Engineering Manager will lead the design, development, and manufacturing support of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) and high-level electromechanical assemblies for industrial applications (e.g., automation, robotics, power systems, IoT). This role requires expertise in DFx (Design for Manufacturing/Lean/Cost), collaboration with international OEMs, and ensuring seamless transition from prototyping to mass production in a contract manufacturing environment.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

Technical Leadership

• Oversee PCBA and high-level assembly (HLA) design, process development, and manufacturing support for industrial products.
• Drive DFM/DFT/DFA improvements to optimize yield, cost, and reliability.
• Lead root-cause analysis for PCBA/HLA failures (e.g., solder defects, component issues, thermal management).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary technical liaison for international OEMs, ensuring clear communication of requirements and specifications.
• Work with supply chain to qualify components and resolve obsolescence issues.
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot assembly line issues (e.g., SMT, through-hole, box-build).

Process & Quality Optimization

• Develop and enforce process controls for PCBA/HLA (IPC standards, solder profiles, testing protocols).
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industrial-grade reliability standards (e.g., shock/vibration, thermal cycling).

Team & Project Management

• Mentor a team of PCB, test, and manufacturing engineers.
• Manage engineering timelines for NPI (New Product Introduction) and production ramp-up.
• Review and approve BOMs, schematics, and assembly drawings.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in EMS/contract manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in industrial-grade PCBA/HLA (e.g., control systems, ruggedized devices).

Technical Skills

• Expertise in PCB fabrication, SMT processes, and box-build assembly.
• Deep knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-7351, J-STD-001 standards.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence) and PLM/ERP systems.
• Familiarity with automated test equipment (ATE) and functional testing.

Soft Skills

• Fluent English (written/spoken) for OEM/client interactions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multicultural teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Extras

• Experience with industrial Products
• Knowledge of root cause analysis.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.