**Introduction** At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation. With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress. **Your role and responsibilities** This senior-level position within IBM’s Supply Chain Engineering division is responsible for driving strategic initiatives in bare printed circuit board (PCB) quality, reliability, and supplier development across IBM’s enterprise hardware platforms. The role demands technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence design and sourcing decisions at a global scale. Key Responsibilities · Technical Leadership: Serve as the subject matter expert for PCB technology, manufacturing processes, and reliability standards. Provide advanced design-for-manufacturability guidance and influence PCB stack-up and impedance requirements during early product development phases. · Strategic Supplier Development: Lead technical sourcing strategies and supplier selection for complex PCB technologies. Drive supplier capability assessments and long-term technology roadmaps aligned with IBM’s product portfolio. · Quality & Reliability Governance: Define and enforce qualification standards for PCB suppliers, including advanced reliability testing protocols. Establish continuous improvement programs with suppliers to enhance quality, yield, and cost efficiency. · Failure Analysis & Risk Mitigation: Oversee root cause investigations for systemic manufacturing and field failures, ensuring timely corrective actions. Develop predictive models for reliability risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies. · Cross-Functional Influence: Collaborate with hardware development, procurement, and operations teams to align technical requirements with business objectives. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to organizational knowledge development. **Required technical and professional expertise** · Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field. · 8+ years of experience in PCB manufacturing, quality engineering, or supplier development. · Strong leadership and communication skills with proven ability to influence cross-functional teams. · Expertise in statistical analysis (SPC, DOE, Cp/Cpk) and reliability modeling. **Preferred technical and professional experience** · Deep understanding of advanced PCB technologies (HDI, high-speed signal integrity, insertion loss modeling). · Experience with global supplier management and technology roadmapping. · Proficiency in laboratory failure analysis techniques (SEM-EDS, microsectioning, FTIR, thermal analysis). · Familiarity with industry standards (IPC, JEDEC) and regulatory compliance. · Flexibility to join evening calls with global teams is expected. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.