Electronics Industrialization Engineering Manager (PCBA NPI)

Job Description

Job Description

Lead industrialization that accelerates launch readiness

We’re seeking an Electronics Industrialization Engineering Manager to orchestrate PCBA new product introductions across multiple programs. Reporting to Jim Rondeau, you will manage a hybrid team delivering robust DfX, clean product data, efficient prototype builds, and confident manufacturing readiness—so we hit market windows without compromising quality.

Impact you will make

• Translate product concepts into scalable assembly processes and clear cost models.
• Stand up and refine prototype lines to validate design assumptions and process capability.
• Establish KPI frameworks and action plans that drive predictability and throughput.
• Allocate engineering talent to the right work at the right time to meet schedule and capability needs.
• Grow a high‑performing organization through coaching, accountability, and technical leadership.

Core responsibilities

• Lead a multi‑disciplinary team focused on PCBA NPI, process execution, and technology deployment.
• Own industrialization deliverables: DfX, product data readiness, prototype execution, and product costing.
• Set organizational goals and KPIs; monitor and improve team effectiveness and business results.
• Manage resource plans aligned to project priorities, schedules, skill development, and time‑to‑market.
• Develop technical depth and leadership strength across the engineering organization.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate relevant experience.

Preferred

• 5+ years leading engineering teams responsible for industrialization and NPI in electronics assembly.
• Experience with manufacturing engineering processes: cost estimation, manufacturing plans, tooling, and process requirements.
• History of leading global engineering initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Expertise in resource planning processes, tools, and workforce allocation.
• Background supporting prototype execution, PCBA delivery, and manufacturing readiness.
• Proven KPI creation and process improvement to reduce time‑to‑market.

Technical proficiency

• PCB Assembly
• PCB Components

Work model and leadership

• Reports to: Jim Rondeau
• Work arrangement: Hybrid

Rewards and benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible work schedule
• More details:

Our commitment

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

Legal

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Role level

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.