Design Lead - Component engineering, DFM
United States
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Job Description
Design Lead - Component engineering, DFM
Santa Clara, California

Job Summary

The Design Lead is responsible for overseeing component engineering and ensuring designs are optimized for manufacturability. The primary focus is on leading the design process, considering DFM principles, and collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the component engineering efforts to ensure designs meet performance and cost targets
2. Apply dfm principles to optimize designs for manufacturability, assembly, and cost-effectiveness
3. Collaborate with cross functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to drive design improvements
4. Conduct design reviews to identify potential issues and propose solutions
5. Develop and maintain design guidelines and standards for component engineering and dfm
6. Stay updated on industry trends and technologies related to component engineering and dfm

Skill Requirements

1. Solid understanding of component engineering principles and practices
2. Proficiency in design for manufacturability (dfm) techniques and methodologies
3. Experience with cad software and other design tools
4. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams
6. Attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality designs
7. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Other Requirements

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Maximum Salary (US):  118000
Minimum Salary (US):  77000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.