Engineer II, PCB Qualification

The PCB Qualification Engineer is responsible for qualifying and validating printed circuit boards (PCBs) to ensure they meet quality, reliability, compliance, and manufacturing requirements.

The role supports new product development, alternate sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier qualification through technical assessments, testing, failure analysis, data analysis, and reporting.

The position also oversees PCB qualification activities and laboratory operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure PCB performance and compliance for Schneider Electric products.

Key Responsibilities


* Plan and execute PCB qualification activities for New Product Development (NPD), Alternate Sourcing, End-of-Life (EOL), and Cost Optimization projects.


* Review PCB designs, stack-ups, fabrication drawings, materials, and manufacturing processes for compliance and manufacturability.


* Conduct PCB reliability and validation testing, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, and environmental evaluations.


* Perform microsection analysis and investigate PCB quality and reliability.


* Lead technical investigations and root cause analysis to resolve PCB qualification, supplier quality, and manufacturing-related issues, and drive effective corrective actions.


* Evaluate supplier capabilities and support supplier qualification and development activities.


* Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Suppliers to resolve technical issues and ensure successful product launches.


* Review qualification reports, process documentation, and test results to support engineering approval decisions.


* Ensure compliance with IPC standards, component specifications, and Schneider Electric qualification requirements.


* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve PCB quality, reliability, manufacturability, and cost competitiveness.


* Maintain laboratory records, test data, and qualification reports in accordance with established procedures.

Preferred Experience


* PCB cross-section analysis and interpretation.


* Failure analysis and reliability testing.


* Supplier quality management and technical assessments.


* Experience with FAIR, PPAP, qualification programs, or laboratory testing environments.

Technical Knowledge


* PCB fabrication and assembly processes.


* PCB base materials and surface finishes.


* IPC standards and specifications.


* Reliability and environmental testing methods.


* PCB Design Software Tools (e.g., Pollex, CAM350, PADS, Allegro, KiCAD, ets.)


* Quality tools and root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Why, FMEA).

Additional Skills


* Technical report writing and documentation.


* Data analysis and interpretation.


* Effective communication and presentation skills.


* Teamwork and stakeholder collaboration.


* Project management, prioritization, and organizational skill...