PCBA / DFMA Engineer

Onward Technologies; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Technologies seeks an experienced DFMA/DFT engineer to drive manufacturability and testability for PCBAs across the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with product engineering, supply chain and EMS partners to optimize layouts, ensure scalable designs, and reduce costs. The role covers DFMA/DFT reviews, Gerber analysis, CAPA, and support through EVT/DVT/PVT stages.

Strong IPC knowledge and hands-on yield improvement experience are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5+ years in PCBA manufacturing, DFMA, DFT or NPI engineering.
• Strong knowledge of SMT, THT, PCB fabrication and electronic assembly processes.
• Experience with EMS providers and contract manufacturers.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-2221, IPC-7351, etc.).
• Experience reviewing Gerber files, stack-ups, panelization, and outputs.
• Hands-on in yield improvement, failure analysis and CAPA implementation.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct DFMA and DFT reviews for PCBAs during design and NPI phases.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturable and scalable designs.
• Support component selection and supplier risk mitigation activities.
• Optimize PCB layout, assembly processes and workflows for efficiency.
• Drive first-pass yield improvement and defect reduction across builds.
• Interface with EMS suppliers during prototype to pilot production.
• Review stencil designs, panelization strategies and process controls.
• Support product validation, reliability testing and qualification builds.
• Lead CAPA activities for manufacturing issues and root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and SOPs.
• Drive cost reduction, localization and value engineering initiatives.
• Collaborate with quality, sourcing and engineering to resolve issues.

Skills

DFMA/DFT

NPI engineering

PCB fabrication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Electrical/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

CAM350

Job description

Role Purpose

Drive Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Testability (DFT) activities for Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), working closely with product engineering, supply chain, quality, and EMS partners to improve manufacturability, yield, quality, reliability, and cost throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct DFMA and DFT reviews for PCBAs during design and NPI phases.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturable and scalable product designs.
• Support component selection, alternate component qualification, and supply chain risk mitigation activities.
• Optimize PCB layout, assembly processes, and manufacturing workflows to improve production efficiency.
• Drive first-pass yield improvement and defect reduction initiatives across prototypes and production builds.
• Interface with EMS suppliers during prototype, EVT, DVT, PVT, and pilot production builds.
• Review and recommend stencil designs, panelization strategies, assembly methods, and process controls.
• Support product validation, reliability testing, and qualification builds.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities for manufacturing issues.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process guidelines per process
• Drive cost reduction, localization, and value engineering initiatives.
• Review Gerber files, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing outputs using appropriate PCB design and CAM software.
• Support introduction of new products into manufacturing while ensuring quality and delivery targets are achieved.
• Collaborate with quality, sourcing, and engineering teams to resolve product and process issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in PCBA manufacturing, DFMA, DFT, or NPI engineering.
• Strong understanding of SMT, THT, PCB fabrication, and electronic assembly processes.
• Experience working directly with EMS providers and contract manufacturers.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-2221, IPC-7351, etc.).
• Experience with PCB design tools such as CAM350 prefer
• Ability to review and analyze Gerber files, stack-ups, panelization, and manufacturing outputs.
• Hands-on experience in yield improvement, failure analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-power electronics, power conversion products, or data center power systems.
• Knowledge of automated optical inspection (AOI), ICT, Flying Probe, Boundary Scan, and functional testing methodologies.
• Experience with cost reduction, localization, and alternate source qualification.
• Prior experience supporting global product development and NPI programs.