Director of Technology

Director of Technology and Innovation role at healthy printed circuit board manufacturer in Costa Mesa, CA area. This role is part of the Senior Management Team and will oversee all technological and innovative initiatives related to hardware, software, and artificial intelligence (AI) within PCB manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, manage technology infrastructure, and work closely with senior leadership to identify new opportunities for growth and efficiency through technology integration. MUST HAVE professional experience with AI innovation.

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the company’s technology and innovation strategy, aligning with broader business objectives and growth targets.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, trends, and industry innovations, particularly in hardware, software, and AI, to ensure the company’s competitive advantage in the PCB manufacturing sector.
• Lead and manage the technology roadmap for both short-term and long-term initiatives.

Technology Oversight:

• Lead the integration of advanced hardware technologies (e.g., automated manufacturing equipment, sensors, robotics) and software systems (e.g., ERP, MES, simulation tools).
• Oversee the development/ implementation of AI and machine learning solutions for predictive maintenance, quality control, process optimization, and demand forecasting in PCB manufacturing.
• Collaborate with teams to design and develop next-generation PCB technologies and products

Team Leadership & Development

• Hardware team of 2 currently

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Budget & Resource Management

Innovation Management

Continuous Improvement

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years' in tech leadership role, at least 5 years focused on hardware, software, or AI technologies.
• Proven experience in PCB manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, or a related field
• Expertise in hardware development, software engineering, AI/ML implementation, and digital transformation in a manufacturing context.
• Familiarity with automation technologies, industrial IoT (IIoT), and robotics.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks, data analytics, and cloud technologies, particularly in optimizing production and supply chain processes A MUST.
• Proficiency with software systems (e.g., ERP, MES, simulation tools) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C ).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies