Board Core Design Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA & Test)

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

AWS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to elevate test systems and processes across its board core design initiatives. You will own end-to-end testability, NCIs, and quality improvements for current and next‑gen servers, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to optimize yields and throughput.

You will lead test system development, DFx feedback, measurement dashboards, and training programs, while focusing on scalable solutions across global manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field is required.
• 2+ years in high-volume manufacturing operations with ODMs/CMs and component vendors.
• 2+ years of manufacturing engineering work with server platforms, PCBA, or complex electromechanical hardware.
• 2+ years of end-to-end NPI participation from concept to mass production ramp.
• Experience with DFT, testability feedback, and SPC/Cpk/yield metrics.
• Hands-on proficiency with lab equipment and strong analytical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing engineering to the next level on the AWS Board Core Design team.
• Develop, deploy, qualify, and improve test systems and processes at manufacturing sites for current and next-generation servers.
• Lead PCBA yields and throughput improvement campaigns with partners and design teams; establish metrics.
• Provide DFT recommendations and feedback on test coverage and fault isolation.
• Create runbooks, train technicians and operators, and support certification programs.
• Analyze failure data to identify trends and drive design improvements.

Skills

failure analysis

DFT (Design for Testability)

JTAG boundary scan

test automation

Python

C++

C#

PowerShell

lab equipment proficiency

analytical problem solving

cross-functional communication

leading/mentoring

DFM/DFI reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

NI TestStand

Job description

AWS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to elevate test systems and processes across its board core design initiatives. You will own end-to-end testability, NCIs, and quality improvements for current and next‑gen servers, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to optimize yields and throughput.

You will lead test system development, DFx feedback, measurement dashboards, and training programs, while focusing on scalable solutions across global manufacturing sites.