Introduction

As a Process Owner PCBA, you are responsible for the technical vision, performance, and continuous improvement of advanced SMT and THT manufacturing processes. You take ownership of the complete PCBA production environment and play a critical role in scaling and optimizing high-tech manufacturing operations.

What are you going to do 

In this position, you will lead the technical development and optimization of PCBA manufacturing processes within a modern, highly automated production environment. You are responsible for safeguarding process quality, stability, and scalability while continuously improving operational performance. You work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Project Teams, Engineering, and Operations to industrialize new products and elevate production capabilities to the next level.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Act as the technical owner of SMT and THT PCBA manufacturing processes.
  • Define and maintain the long-term technical roadmap for the department.
  • Safeguard process standards related to quality, efficiency, stability, and scalability.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, yield, and process optimization.
  • Support and coach Manufacturing Engineers on technical and industrialization topics.
  • Define standards for machine programming, process preparation, and manufacturing methodologies.
  • Analyze structural process issues and implement sustainable improvements.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Project Teams on successful new product introductions.
  • Ensure process standardization, knowledge retention, and technical documentation.
  • Monitor developments within PCBA technology and translate innovations into manufacturing improvements.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Several years of experience within SMT/THT PCBA manufacturing environments.
  • Strong technical knowledge of PCBs, electronic components, and soldering processes.
  • Experience with industrialization, process development, and high-volume manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience with machine programming and modern SMT production lines.
  • Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

What we offer 

Working through Brunel means having the security while gaining access to exciting opportunities within high-tech manufacturing environments. We offer excellent primary and secondary employment conditions, including:

  • Competitive salary up to € 6.500,- gross per month (depending on experience).
  • Discount on pension contributions and various insurance packages.
  • Flexible benefits budget.
  • 26 vacation days.
  • The option to purchase additional leave.
  • Bonus opportunities.
  • Discounts on cultural and sports activities.


About Brunel

Brunel provides flexible and structural (personnel) solutions for clients. We do this within the fields of Engineering, Finance & Risk, IT, and Legal. We match the right specialists with our clients' challenging projects. We have been around since 1975 and remain entrepreneurial. We make an impact on societal themes and technological developments, such as the energy transition, fraud prevention, digitalization, and mobility challenges. Brunel has grown into a global organization with over 12,000 employees in 45 countries.

Closing: 12 June 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!