Global EMS TPM: DFM & NPI for PCBAs

Tata Electronics; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics Private Limited seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead customer projects, coordinating DFM discussions, NPI plans, and milestones. The role requires collaboration across Tata factories, R&D, sales and supply chain to ensure timely, technically sound delivery.

Excellent verbal and written English communication is essential, as is the ability to build strong customer relationships. 20% international travel to India is mentioned as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields.
• Minimum of 8+ years of EMS manufacturing experience in assembly and test with in-depth DFM understanding.
• Experience working with customers and stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills; team player.
• Quick learner, adaptable to new protocols across customers and vendors.
• Experience with automotive ECU assembly and power electronic modules is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all customer project activities, including DFM discussions, NPI plans and milestones.
• Coordinate visits to Tata Electronics’ factory and resolve issues with internal teams (R&D, NPI, sales, supply chain).
• Establish technical credibility and build trust with customers to enable rapid problem solving.

Skills

DFM expertise

EMS manufacturing

Project management

NPI collaboration

Customer coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Tata Electronics Private Limited seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead customer projects, coordinating DFM discussions, NPI plans, and milestones. The role requires collaboration across Tata factories, R&D, sales and supply chain to ensure timely, technically sound delivery.

Excellent verbal and written English communication is essential, as is the ability to build strong customer relationships. 20% international travel to India is mentioned as part of the role.