Senior PCBA Manufacturing Technology Engineer (m/w/d)

Alpitronic; Rencio; Remote; EUR 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpitronic is seeking a Senior PCBA Manufacturing Technology Engineer to ensure PCBAs are ready for industrialization before series production. You will drive strong design-to-manufacturing alignment and reduce risks early in development, focusing on DFM/DFA/DFT, process quality, and process qualification.

You will own PCBA manufacturing equipment and line concepts, defining and implementing SMT/THT equipment and assembly lines, and supporting make-or-buy decisions with EMS partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Several years of experience in PCBA industrialization/manufacturing engineering, preferably in EMS or electronics manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with PCBA manufacturing equipment and processes (SMT/THT).
• Experience running feasibility studies, prototypes, and pilot projects including process validation.
• Knowledge of TRL/MRL and industrialization methods.
• Ownership of equipment specification and supplier interactions.

Responsibilities

• Drive DFM, DFA, and DFT across product development to ensure manufacturability and testability.
• Ensure smooth transition from design to prototype to pilot to series production.
• Define industrialization requirements, acceptance criteria, and readiness gates.
• Lead RFQ processes, supplier benchmarking, and technical reviews for equipment.
• Define qualification plans and contribute to PFMEA activities.
• Support make-or-buy decisions and industrialization strategies.

Skills

PCBA industrialization

EMS experience

SMT assembly

DFM/DFA/DFT

PFMEA

Quality systems

English/Italian/German

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Electronical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

SMT equipment

THT equipment

SPI/AOI tooling

Wave soldering

Job description

The Senior PCBA Manufacturing Technology Engineer ensures that PCBAs are ready for industrialization before series production by driving strong design-to-manufacturing alignment and reducing risks early in development.
The role focuses on DFM/DFA/DFT, process quality, and process qualification, ensuring that designs are manufacturable, testable, and scalable. It acts as the technical interface between R&D, NPI, Production, Quality, and EMS partners, driving alignment on manufacturing requirements and industrialization readiness.

In addition, the role includes ownership of PCBA manufacturing equipment and line concepts, covering the definition, specification, selection, and implementation of SMT/THT equipment and assembly lines.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

DFM, DFA and DFT Excellence:

• Drive and enforce DFM, DFA, and DFT principles across product development
• Review PCB/PCBA designs to ensure manufacturability, assembly robustness, and testability
• Define and maintain design guidelines and industrialization standards

PCBA Industrialization Readiness:

• Ensure smooth transition from design -> prototype -> pilot -> series production
• Define industrialization requirements, acceptance criteria, and readiness gates
• Support creation of manufacturing documentation and technical specifications

Equipment Specification & Supplier Selection:

• Define technical requirements and specifications for PCBA manufacturing equipment (SMT/THT), including pick-and-place, reflow, SPI/AOI, and soldering technologies
• Support the selection and evaluation of equipment suppliers, considering technical capability, scalability, and reliability
• Lead RFQ processes, technical reviews, and supplier benchmarking

Process Qualification & Validation:

• Define and support process and product qualification plans
• Support and contribute to PFMEA activities to identify and mitigate risks
• Evaluate process capability, stability, and scalability

Make-or-Buy & Industrialization Strategy Support:

• Support make-or-buy decisions for PCBA manufacturing processes and technologies
• Evaluate internal capabilities vs EMS solutions in terms of cost, scalability, quality, and risks
• Provide technical input for industrialization and sourcing strategies

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electronical Engineering, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Automation Engineering, or a related field
• Several Years of professional experience in PCBA industrialization / manufacturing engineering, preferably in EMS or electronics manufacturing environments
• Strong Hands-on experience with PCBA manufacturing equipment and processes, including SMT and THT assembly (e.g., pick-and-place, reflow, SPI/AOI, wave/selective soldering)
• Experience in running feasibility studies, prototypes, and pilot projects, including process trials and validation activities
• Understanding of technology maturity models (TRL, MRL) and industrialization methods
• Proven experience in specification, selection, and implementation of PCBA manufacturing equipment, including technical ownership in interactions with equipment suppliers
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing / Assembly / Test (DFM/DFA/DFT) principles for PCBAs
• Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
• Familiarity with REACH and RoHS regulations and quality systems (ISO 9001 environment)
• Excellent knowledge of English, Italian and/or German as an advantage

OUR COMMITMENT

• Innovative work environment in a young, dynamic team
• High-tech projects in the future-proof sector of e-mobility
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
• A wide range of further training opportunities
• Total compensation starting from €74,000 gross per year, including a 30% variable bonus based on goal achievement
• Additional company benefits

The compensation indicated represents the total compensation for this role. Final compensation may vary based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and the scope of responsibilities. Should the position's responsibilities, seniority level, or location differ during the recruitment process, the applicable compensation may be adjusted accordingly, taking into account local market conditions and internal compensation frameworks.