SMT Electronics Engineer

Responsible for developing, programming, optimizing, and sustaining SMT and through-hole manufacturing processes to ensure stable, high-quality, and cost-effective electronic assembly operations. Supports production readiness for new product introductions (NPI) and product transfers, ensuring process capability, tooling readiness, and manufacturing documentation are fully in place.

Process Engineering 

·       Develop, document, and maintain SMT and through-hole assembly processes including screen printing, pick & place, reflow soldering, wave soldering, and manual insertion.

·       Define process parameters and ensure optimal soldering profiles for product quality and throughput.

·       Evaluate and select materials, tooling, and fixtures for new and existing products.

·       Maintain process documentation including work instructions, setup sheets, and process control plans.

·       Lead line setup and qualification activities for new products and transferred assemblies.

·       In addition to those required by the department's needs and / or assigned by the Supervisor.

Production Support 

·       Provide real-time technical support to resolve process and equipment issues impacting production.

·       Analyze defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

·       Collaborate with Maintenance and Equipment Technicians to ensure optimal line performance and uptime.

·       Program and optimize SMT equipment, including screen printers, placement machines, and reflow ovens, ensuring accuracy, repeatability, and production efficiency.

·       Define and validate process parameters for wave soldering and through-hole insertion, ensuring solder joint integrity and process stability.

Continuous Improvement

New Product Introduction & Transfers