Senior Manager, PCBA DFM Engineering

About the role

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a high-performing global organization of Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and Surface Mount Technology (SMT) engineers.
• Define and execute long-term SMT and PCBA manufacturing strategies, driving adoption of next-generation component technologies.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for high-impact manufacturing escalations, resolving complex defects utilizing root-cause analysis.
• Partner strategically with tier-one industry vendors and contract manufacturers (CM) to influence supplier material and equipment road maps.
• Advocate the centralized architecture of technology documentation to scale organizational knowledge and set internal DfM guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 12 years of industry experience in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) processes, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), or Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• 10 years of experience managing engineering teams, including experience managing people managers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or a related engineering field.
• 15 years of industry experience in SMT processes for consumer hardware, and ability to drive joint development with global contract manufacturers.
• Experience in industry leadership, such as patents, publications, or driving standardizations across international business units.

Pay

US: $214000 - $299000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits