Senior Manufacturing PCBA Design, SMT Fab DFX Engineer

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. Lead multi-layer PCBA design for switch line cards, including stackup definition, impedance-controlled routing, thermal management, and manufacturability-driven layout .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $156,802 - $219,522 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in multi-layer PCBA design, SMT fabrication processes, and DFX principles to drive production readiness and optimize yield. Proficient in high-speed digital interfaces and hardware integration for complex electronic systems.

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PCBA DesignSMT Fabrication ProcessesDFX PrinciplesAltium ProficiencyIPC Certification

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Hard Skills

Multi-Layer PCB DesignHigh-Speed Digital InterfacesMixed-Signal Power DistributionSolder Paste Stencil DesignReflow ProfilesFMEAReliability PredictionBoundary Scan (JTAG)Component Placement OptimizationEnvironmental Qualification Testing

Soft Skills

Technical DocumentationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AltiumCadenceAOI/X-Ray InspectionTest PointsICT Fixtures

Certifications & Qualifications

IPC-A-610IPC-7711/7721

Industry Keywords

SMT ManufacturingHigh-Reliability EnvironmentsSpace ElectronicsAviation ElectronicsSupply Chain Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyRay

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multi-layer PCBA design for switch line cards, including stackup definition, impedance-controlled routing, thermal management, and manufacturability-driven layout
Own SMT fabrication process development, including panelization, solder paste stencil design, reflow profiles, and component placement optimization
Manage CCA BOM procurement, vendor coordination, SMT line qualification, and assembly oversight
Drive first-article inspection, process validation, and manufacturing readiness reviews to support production ramp
Drive DFX principles including DFM, DFT, DFA, DFR, and DFS across the PCBA and SMT fabrication lifecycle
Optimize PCB stackups, component footprints, land patterns, and SMT assembly processes for yield and cost
Architect built-in test structures, boundary scan (JTAG), test points, ICT fixtures, and automated test coverage
Simplify component placement, connector selection, and mechanical integration to reduce assembly time, rework, and errors
Apply derating, worst-case circuit analysis, FMEA, solder joint reliability analysis, and reliability prediction
Coordinate component standardization, second-sourcing strategies, and obsolescence mitigation
Partner with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to define acceptance criteria, optimize yield, and support sustained production ramp for TeraWave operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in PCBA design, SMT manufacturing, or hardware design in a product development and volume production environment
Experience designing multi-layer PCBs with high-speed digital interfaces and mixed-signal power distribution
Proficiency in Altium, Cadence, or equivalent
Hands-on experience with SMT fabrication processes, including stencil design, reflow, AOI/X-ray inspection, and line bring-up
Hands-on experience designing and integrating high-speed Ethernet switch hardware, including network processors (NPUs), SerDes interfaces, and optical or copper PHY technologies
Demonstrated application of DFX principles (DFM/DFT/DFA/DFR) in bringing PCBAs from design into volume production
Excellent technical documentation and communication skills
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
Master's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred
15+ years of relevant experience preferred
IPC certification (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721) or equivalent SMT/assembly standards expertise preferred
Experience with radiation effects on electronics and mitigation techniques preferred
Experience designing and manufacturing electronics for space, aviation, or other high-reliability thermal-vacuum environments preferred
Experience with FPGA or ASIC integration preferred
Experience with production hardware, comprehensive DFX practices, SMT process optimization, supply chain coordination, and yield optimization at scale preferred
Hands-on environmental qualification testing (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results