PCB Manufacturing Process Engineer - Mechanical & Laser Drilling

Position Summary

• Develop, optimize, and control mechanical drilling processes for PCB fabrication.

• Establish drilling parameters including spindle speeds, feed rates, stack heights, entry/backup materials, and tool selection.

• Monitor drilling performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance hole quality and productivity.

• Troubleshoot issues related to:

• Hole location accuracy
• Burr formation
• Nail-heading
• Smear
• Breakout
• Drill breakage
• Hole wall quality

• Support new product introductions (NPI) by establishing drilling process requirements and capabilities.

• Develop and optimize UV and CO₂ laser drilling processes for HDI microvia applications.

• Monitor microvia quality and yields.

• Conduct and document process capability for a given material and via geometry.

• Utilize SPC, DOE, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve process capability.

• Develop and maintain process documentation, specifications, and control plans.

• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving tools:

• 8D
• Fishbone Analysis
• 5 Why
• FMEA

• Support internal and external audits related to manufacturing processes.

• Analyze process data and drive yield, quality, and productivity improvements.

• Establish KPIs and process monitoring systems for drilling operations.

• Collaborate with maintenance teams to maximize equipment uptime and performance.

• Support installation, qualification, and acceptance of new drilling and laser equipment.

• Develop preventive maintenance and calibration requirements.

• Participate in equipment capability assessments and technology evaluations.

• Work closely with CAM, Lamination, Plating, Quality, and Production departments.

• Support design reviews and manufacturing feasibility assessments.

• Provide technical guidance and training to operators, technicians, and manufacturing personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Materials Science
• Industrial Engineering
• Related technical discipline

• 3+ years of PCB manufacturing experience preferred, but not mandatory.

• Experience with mechanical drilling and/or laser drilling processes in PCB fabrication is a plus.