Electronics Product Design Engineering - Senior Professional At Schneider Electric In Bengaluru

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Location: Bengaluru

Company: Schneider Electric

Position Title: Assistant Manager – Engineered Tooling Solutions

Work Location: Vadodara

Educational Qualification & Experience: Diploma (Tool & Die Making) with 3 – 7 years of experience.

Lead the technical investigation of hardware-related field failures and customer returns (RMAs).
Perform systematic root cause analysis (RCA) using methodologies like 8D, Fishbone, or 5-Whys to identify the source of hardware defects.
Simulate field failure conditions in the lab environment to replicate and diagnose issues effectively.
Collaborate with Field Application Engineers (FAEs) and customer support teams to gather data and understand the context of field problems.
Develop and validate solutions, which may include firmware patches, component changes, or design modifications.

Act as the primary engineering point of contact for the manufacturing line to resolve hardware-related issues that impact production yield or quality.
Analyze production test data (e.g., from ICT, FCT) to identify negative trends, component variations, or potential design marginalities.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with production test fixtures and diagnostic tools.
Provide clear disposition for non-conforming material and guide rework or repair procedures.

Manage hardware component obsolescence by identifying, qualifying, and validating alternative or substitute components.
Conduct rigorous testing to ensure that new components do not adversely affect product performance, reliability, or compliance.
Initiate, document, and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for all hardware modifications.
Maintain and update design documentation, including schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and PCB layout files.

Create comprehensive RCA reports, detailing the investigation process, findings, and corrective/preventive actions.
Maintain meticulous records of all investigations, tests, and resolutions for future reference and knowledge sharing.
Provide clear and concise status updates to management and other stakeholders.

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
3 -5 years of experience in embedded hardware design (5+ years for Manager role), with a strong focus on post-launch support, testing, or sustenance engineering.
Deep understanding of analog and digital circuit design fundamentals.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex schematics and PCB layout files.
Hands-on mastery of laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and soldering tools.
Solid experience with microcontroller/microprocessor-based systems and peripherals.
Working knowledge of standard communication interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, and Ethernet.
Demonstrated experience in systematic debugging and formal root cause analysis (RCA).

Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) principles.
Experience with EMI/EMC standards, testing, and troubleshooting.
Prior experience working closely with contract manufacturers (CMs).

Problem-Solver: You possess a “detective” mindset with a passion for getting to the bottom of complex technical problems.
Persistent: You do not give up on difficult-to-reproduce or intermittent issues.
Excellent Communicator: You can clearly explain complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Hands-On: You are comfortable in a lab environment and are skilled with lab tools and equipment.
Organized: You are detail-oriented and can manage multiple investigations simultaneously while maintaining clear documentation.