Senior Lead, DFM and Process Engineer

Celestica Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Richardson, TX, seeks a Senior Lead, DFM and Process Engineer to drive pre-DFM screening for PCB packages, log findings with severity, and collaborate with PCB layout designers to implement design or process changes.

You will verify closures across builds and provide site DFM guidance for SMT processes. The role also emphasizes maintaining Valor rule encodings and pushing continuous improvement to reduce repeat DFM findings while meeting SLA targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong background in design for manufacturability (DFM) and SMT processes.
• Experience with Valor rule encodings and PCB layout collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Run pre-DFM screens and publish reports with strict SLAs.
• Log findings with severity and disposition; collaborate with PCB layout designers on design/process updates.
• Verify and record closure evidence across builds.
• Provide technical guidance on site DFM and SMT processes.
• Maintain Valor rule encodings and propose updates to reduce recurring findings.

Skills

DFM

Process engineering

SMT

PCB layout coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Valor

PCB layout tools

Job description

Senior Lead, DFM and Process Engineer

Date: Sep 2, 2026

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Process Engineering Manufacturing
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-PRM
Job Level: Level 09
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Detailed Description

Pre-DFM Execution: Run pre-DFM screens on assigned packages and publish reports before release, adhering to strict turnaround SLAs.

Finding Disposition: Log every finding in the register complete with severity, disposition routing, and supporting technical evidence. Collaborate directly with PCB layout designers to resolve issues via design updates, or route through process/supplier adjustments when appropriate.

Build Verification: Verify and record evidence of finding closures on subsequent build iterations.

Site & Program Support: Provide technical guidance on site DFM and SMT process questions for designated sites and programs.

Rule Encoding & Continuous Improvement: Maintain Valor rule encodings for checks within scope and propose rule updates when findings recur across platforms.

Pre-DFM reports issued prior to package release.

Centralized findings entries with disposition paths and closure evidence.

In-scope Valor rule encodings and formal rule change proposals.

What This Role Is Not: This position is not a general design reviewer or a site-level quality checker. The scope is strictly focused on manufacturability, evidenced against defined rules.

Key Success Metrics

Pre-DFM coverage on assigned packages and SLA turnaround performance.

Share of logged findings closed through concrete design or process modifications.

Reduction in repeat DFM findings across product platforms.

Practical experience running pre-DFM screening workflows and maintaining Valor rule encodings.

Background in SMT assembly processes, board-level manufacturability checks, and PCB layout constraints.

Strong collaborative communication skills to disposition findings directly with layout engineers and site teams.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• 4 to 6 years in a similar role or industry.

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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