Design for Manufacturability Technical Lead.

JAC Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a DfM Technical Lead in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves conducting DfM analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability in product designs, especially in PCB design. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing. Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential. Join a company dedicated to improving productivity and product performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in DfM principles, particularly for PCB design.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage complex trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive DfM analysis to solve manufacturing challenges.
• Develop DfM guidelines for adherence across projects.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturability.

Skills

DfM principles

PCB design

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Computer Engineering

Job description

Design for Manufacturability Technical Lead.

A global leader in software-connected automated test and measurement systems is seeking an experienced DfM Technical Lead to join its team. This organization specializes in delivering innovative solutions for electronics manufacturing, empowering engineers worldwide to accelerate productivity and improve product performance. In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping highly manufacturable product designs, with a strong emphasis on PCB design. You will collaborate closely with R&D and cross‑functional teams to influence design, manufacturing, and test strategies, ensuring alignment with cutting‑edge factory capabilities and future technology directions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive DfM analysis to identify and mitigate manufacturing challenges early in the design phase.
• Develop and maintain DfM guidelines and checklists, ensuring adherence across projects.
• Collaborate with designers and manufacturing teams to drive design improvements for manufacturability.
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives by eliminating inefficiencies in design and production.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for product development teams on DfM‑related matters.
• Influence manufacturing capabilities by integrating insights from R&D product roadmaps.
• Drive continuous improvement through performance reviews and lessons learned.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with deep knowledge of product development phases.
• Proven expertise in DfM principles, particularly PCB design.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to navigate complex trade‑offs and gain alignment.
• Ability to work independently in a global, matrixed environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Subject matter expertise in PCB DfM.
• Broad understanding of assembly, test, supply chain, and costing.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to communicate clearly in English.