PCBA Sourcing Engineer
Core
Sourcing and managing suppliers for PCB fabrication and assembly, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and technology roadmaps for server hardware.
Role type
Senior PCBA Sourcing Engineer
Builds
Server-grade PCBAs and electronic components
Domain
Electronics manufacturing / Server hardware supply chain
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Supplier qualification and management, Cost modeling and negotiation, DFM/DFX analysis, Supply chain risk management, ERP/MRP proficiency, Knowledge of SMT/BGA/reflow processes
Preferred skills
Experience with major EMS providers and ODMs, Supply chain risk management frameworks, Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for PCB fabrication and assembly; Lead cost analysis, benchmarking, and negotiation for complex multilayer PCBs; Partner with hardware engineers during design and NPI phases to ensure DFM/DFX readiness; Identify supply chain risks including single-sourced components and EOL risks; Manage sourcing activities through all product life cycle phases from prototype to mass production; Monitor component market trends and lead times for server PCBAs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
