Staff Engineer, PCBA DFM & SMT Hardware

Google LLC; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 171,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking a Staff Engineer for PCBA DFM and Hardware to lead PCB assembly for the company's consumer hardware portfolio, including phones, wearables, and more. The role focuses on SMT process integration, failure analysis, and early involvement with design teams to ensure reliable production at scale.

An experienced professional will own the technical roadmap, qualify next-generation component technologies, and collaborate with contract manufacturers to deliver high-quality hardware

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience in high-density consumer hardware design, PCBA, and DFM.
• Experience in SMT process integration, high-risk CAD layout reviews, and component-level failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute long-term technology roadmaps for PCBA assembly and high-density component packaging.
• Write and maintain proprietary PCBA design guidelines for rigid and rigid-flex assemblies.
• Lead technical gatekeeping for the OK to fabricate (OK2FAB) layout approval workflow, conducting CAD layout reviews to mitigate risks.
• Serve as the principal engineering authority for high-stakes SMT defect investigations and failure analysis.
• Define engineering standards for panel array designs, routing clearances, cross-out thresholds, and process traceability.

Skills

Advanced outcomes ownership

Decision making

Influencing stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Master's or PhD in related field (preferred)

Job description

Google LLC is seeking a Staff Engineer for PCBA DFM and Hardware to lead PCB assembly for the company's consumer hardware portfolio, including phones, wearables, and more. The role focuses on SMT process integration, failure analysis, and early involvement with design teams to ensure reliable production at scale.

An experienced professional will own the technical roadmap, qualify next-generation component technologies, and collaborate with contract manufacturers to deliver high-quality hardware