Senior PCB Fabrication Engineer

Qorvo • Richardson, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Qorvo is looking for a PCB Fabrication Engineer with knowledge in PCB and/or IC Substrate manufacturing process for RF product applications. The technology needed in the quickly changing RF market require that packaging innovation provide the business a strategic advantage. The ideal candidate will utilize their broad PCB manufacturing experience to work with our suppliers in developing new substrate technologies for next generation product / technology requirements from concept to high volume manufacturing.

Requirements

• Learn fast in a high-paced environment
• Strong communication skills
• Industry knowledge and experience with PCB manufacturing, including processes such as via drill, Cu pattern plating, panel plating, surface finishes, etc.
• Recognized understanding of IPC laminate/PCB standards
• Experience in developing design rules
• Ability to utilize SPC techniques, DOE, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. DMAIC, 8D).
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturability and requirements needed to ramp technologies in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Altium, KiCAD, Cadence, or other PCB design software
• Effective project management skills
• Proven record of accomplishment in supporting New Product / Processes and/or Technology through innovative packaging solutions
• 5+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of advanced degree and education in PCB manufacturing
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Chemistry or Engineering disciplines

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity across a wide range of assembly/packaging process technologies and materials such as SMT, Die Attach, Wire Bond / Flip Chip, Molding, Multi-layer laminates, etc. is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interface between Qorvo design community and worldwide supply base to create technology roadmaps to support future products.
• Develop, qualify, and support clean launch of new PCB material sets, design rules, capabilities, and suppliers in line with centralized Qorvo processes and documentation standards.
• Design material and surface finish evaluations using screening tests and design of experiments to improve product attributes such as RF performance, MSL rating, lower cost, or size reduction.
• Utilize program management methodology to plan, execute, and monitor complex process and/or product development projects.
• Apply problem-solving skills and knowledge to solve challenges related to new technologies or improve existing supply chain capabilities.
• Travel to PCB suppliers to provide technical support for technology development, supplier qualification, and problem resolution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior