Qorvo, Inc

Senior PCB Fabrication Engineer

Qorvo, Inc$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in PCB manufacturing or related fields.
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Chemistry or Engineering disciplines.
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and problem-solving.
  • Proficiency in PCB design software such as Altium, KiCAD, or Cadence.
  • Recognized understanding of IPC laminate/PCB standards.
  • Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies like DMAIC and 8D.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with design teams and suppliers to develop technology roadmaps.
  • Develop and qualify new PCB materials and design rules for product launches.
  • Conduct material evaluations to enhance RF performance and reduce costs.
  • Utilize program management techniques to oversee product development projects.
  • Solve challenges using innovative approaches in technology and supply chain improvement.
  • Travel to supplier locations for technical support and qualification activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a strategic role impacting product innovation.
  • Collaboration with a global supply base and internal design teams.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge PCB fabrication and material technologies.
  • Potential for career development within a leading RF technology company.
  • Onsite work environment fostering team collaboration.
Full Job Description
Qorvo is looking for a PCB Fabrication Engineer with knowledge in PCB and/or IC Substrate manufacturing process for RF product applications. This position will be reporting into Qorvo's RF Packaging Center of Excellence located in Greensboro, NC. 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. Responsibilities include: - 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. Required Skills: - 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. - 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. - 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 Required Experience: - 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 Job Location: This is an onsite position where the expectation is to be onsite five days a week. The preferred location for this position is Greensboro, NC. However, this person can also sit in Richardson TX or Apopka FL. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company. #LI-NN1

About Qorvo, Inc

Qorvo, Inc is a semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and supplies radio frequency (RF) solutions for smartphones, tablets, wireless infrastructure, defense and aerospace applications, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The company's products include amplifiers, filters, switches, and integrated modules that support a range of wireless communications standards. Qorvo was formed in 2015 as a result of the merger between RF Micro Devices and TriQuint Semiconductor. The company is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Learn more about Qorvo, Inc
Size
8,900 employees
Market Cap
$9.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$485.2 million
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+8.9%
Revenue
$3.7 billion
NASDAQ

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