Production Engineer- PCB Assembly Operations

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE, based in Abu Dhabi, seeks a Production Engineer II to define manufacturing methods, optimize processes, improve quality, and reduce costs on the production line. You will lead tooling, fixture design, and automation to transition from prototype to mass production.

Responsibilities include coordinating DFAM for new products, conducting feasibility studies, and driving continuous improvement to meet KPI targets. Requires a 5+ year track record and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Production Engineer, preferably in defence.
• Bachelor’s Engineering Degree; fluent in English.
• Experience with electronics manufacturing (PCBA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization: tooling, fixture design, and automation for mass production.
• Coordinate DFAM for New Products; align engineering and manufacturing data.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis for new tech/equipment.
• Participate in MRB; communicate issues to relevant departments.
• Implement Engineering Changes on the shop floor.
• Troubleshoot issues and drive continuous improvement in KPI metrics.
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Identify efficiency gaps and implement improvements.
• Stay updated on trends in electronics manufacturing and production engineering.

Skills

Production engineering

Defense sector experience

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Engineering Degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MES systems

ERP integration

Data analytics

Job description

Job Description:

About Edge

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

About The Role

The Production engineer II studies and defines how the products have to be manufactured on the production line, including optimization of processes, improvement of quality and reduction of cost / waste.

Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization process, including tooling, fixture design, and automation, to ensure smooth transition from prototype to mass production
• Cooperate with the Design for Advanced Manufacturing (DFAM) function for New Products. Identify, communicate and manage the discrepancies between the engineering data pack and the manufacturing data pack
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis to evaluate new manufacturing technologies and equipment
• Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB). Effectively communicate production issues to the relevant departments
• Coordinate and implement Engineering Changes on the shop floor
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality
• Drive objectives to achieve production KPI’s (Safety / Quality / Delivery / Cost)
• Identify issues in efficiency and implement improvements
• Stay well-informed of the latest trends and advancements in electronics manufacturing and production engineering

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Production Engineer preferably in the Defence Sector
• Bachelor’s Engineering Degree, Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Electronics (PCBA) Manufacturing
• Master’s degree in Production Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 trainer level certification preferred
• Working knowledge of MES systems, ERP integration and data analytics for process control.

Why Choose EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.