Staff Engineer, Product Development

Celestica; Kulim; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica seeks a Staff / Senior Lead Engineer, AI Hardware Product, to lead a cross-functional taskforce across Design, Customer, suppliers and manufacturing. You will perform deep-dive failure analysis and drive CAPA, bridging Design to Operations and ensuring manufacturability of next‑generation AI ASICs, high-density PCBs, and advanced connectors.

You will own NPI processes, lead EVT/DVT/PVT builds, optimize yields, and spearhead RCA CAPA.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Product Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or technical leadership driving failure analysis and yield improvement.
• Semiconductor ASIC architecture knowledge; deep understanding of IC failure modes.
• Design for Manufacturability/Assembly/Test (DFX/DFT) expertise across ICs and boards.
• Data-driven problem solving with root-cause analysis and statistical methods.
• Proven cross-functional leadership across PM, Design Eng, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional taskforce from Design, Customer, suppliers, and manufacturing to perform deep-dive failure analysis and implement CAPA.
• Drive Design to Operations alignment for product specs and operational capabilities.
• Lead DFX/DFM/DFT reviews early in product development to ensure manufacturability.
• Oversee NPI process development and execution for new AI ASICs and high-density PCB assemblies.
• Spearhead RCA CAPA and cross-functional communication to sustain yield improvements.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-Functional Leadership

Data-Driven Problem Solving

CAPA

DFX Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Computer Engineering

Tools

ASIC design knowledge

Manufacturing & Test processes

Job description

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Process Engineering Manufacturing
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-PRM
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

We are seeking a high-caliber Staff /Senior Lead Engineer, AI Hardware Product, representing the manufacturing site. In this role, you will lead a taskforce of cross-functional experts from Design Team, Customer, key suppliers, manufacturing site Process/Test/Debug/Quality Engineering to perform deep-dive failure root cause analysis and drive robust Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).

You are a rare technical hybrid possessing unique, multi-domain expertise: a deeper understanding of semiconductor ICs/ASICs than anyone in Design Team or manufacturing site; superior insight into manufacturing and test processes compared to Design Team, suppliers, or customers; and stronger mastery of design and schematics than anyone else at the manufacturing site.

• New Technology Integration: Rapidly assimilate new technologies,components, and architectural paradigms to assess technical feasibility,manufacturability, and commercial viability.
• Design-to-Operations Bridge: Collaborate closely with Hardware,Software, and Industrial Design teams to align product specifications withoperational capabilities.
• DFX Leadership: Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design forAssembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) reviews early in the productdevelopment lifecycle to eliminate downstream operational bottlenecks.
• NPI Process Development: Collaborate with Advanced Process Engineersto pioneer and optimize advanced manufacturing processes and test solutionsfor New Product Introduction (NPI) of next-generation products built oncutting-edge AI ASICs, high-density PCBs, and advanced high-speedconnectors and cabling systems.
• NPI Execution: Lead build planning (EVT/DVT/PVT), yield improvement, product qualification, and mass-production ramp schedules across internal engineering and operations teams.
• Root Cause Analysis CAPA: Spearhead deep-dive investigation of complex hardware, IC/ASIC, and component failure modes and implement permanent CAPA.

• Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the central technical point of contactacross Product Management, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, andManufacturing Operations.

Typical Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Product Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or Technical Leadership driving failure analysis, CAPA, and yield improvement in high-tech manufacturing.
• Semiconductor ASIC Expertise: Superior understanding of semiconductor IC architecture, physics, and failure modes exceeding peer expertise in Design Team and manufacturing site.
• Design Process Mastery: Exceptional expertise in manufacturing and testprocesses, exceeding that of design engineers, suppliers, and customers,coupled with a comprehensive schematic and board design knowledge.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Strong analytical background skilled in root-cause analysis, statistical process control, and yield analysis.
• Cross-Functional & Supplier Leadership: Proven experience leading technical taskforces involving internal teams (Process, Test, Debug, Quality), Design Team, customers, and key IC vendors.
• AI Data Center Hyperscaler Architecture: Deep understanding of AI DataCenter architecture, current and emerging technologies surroundinghyperscaler AI servers, switches, and storage, while continuously keepingpace with future technology developments and market releases.

Typical Education

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical and ElectronicsEngineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, ComputerEngineering, or a related technical discipline.

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, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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