PCBA (SMT & Backend) /HLA Process Engineering Manager

Celestica Inc.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Contract Manufacturing is seeking an Engineering Manager in Senai, Johor. You will lead design and development for PCBA, oversee manufacturing support, collaborate with OEMs, and manage engineering timelines. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in EMS with a record of proven leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in EMS/contract manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years in leadership role.
• Proven track record in PCBA/HLA.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCBA and high-level assembly design.
• Collaborate with international OEMs.
• Develop process controls for PCBA/HLA.

Skills

Fluent English

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Team Management

Technical Liaison Skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PLM/ERP systems

Job description

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Location: Senai, 01, MY

Req ID: 125700
Remote Position: No
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: Senai

Industry: Contract Manufacturing / Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

Experience Required: 10+ years in EMS or contract manufacturing

Language: Fluent English (for international OEM communication)

Summary

The Engineering Manager will lead the design, development, and manufacturing support of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) and high-level electromechanical assemblies for industrial applications (e.g., automation, robotics, power systems, IoT). This role requires expertise in DFx (Design for Manufacturing/Lean/Cost), collaboration with international OEMs, and ensuring seamless transition from prototyping to mass production in a contract manufacturing environment.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Oversee PCBA and high-level assembly (HLA) design, process development, and manufacturing support for industrial products.
• Drive DFM/DFT/DFA improvements to optimize yield, cost, and reliability.
• Lead root-cause analysis for PCBA/HLA failures (e.g., solder defects, component issues, thermal management).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary technical liaison for international OEMs, ensuring clear communication of requirements and specifications.
• Work with supply chain to qualify components and resolve obsolescence issues.
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot assembly line issues (e.g., SMT, through-hole, box-build).

Process & Quality Optimization

• Develop and enforce process controls for PCBA/HLA (IPC standards, solder profiles, testing protocols).
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industrial-grade reliability standards (e.g., shock/vibration, thermal cycling).

Team & Project Management

• Mentor a team of PCB, test, and manufacturing engineers.
• Manage engineering timelines for NPI (New Product Introduction) and production ramp-up.
• Review and approve BOMs, schematics, and assembly drawings.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in EMS/contract manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in industrial-grade PCBA/HLA (e.g., control systems, ruggedized devices).

Technical Skills

• Expertise in PCB fabrication, SMT processes, and box-build assembly.
• Deep knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-7351, J-STD-001 standards.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence) and PLM/ERP systems.
• Familiarity with automated test equipment (ATE) and functional testing.

Soft Skills

• Fluent English (written/spoken) for OEM/client interactions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multicultural teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Extras

• Experience with industrial Products
• Knowledge of root cause analysis.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud.Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
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