The SMT Manufacturing Engineer keeps the Surface Mount Technology processes running smoothly, stable, efficient, and high-quality with hands-on experience, skills, and teamwork
Key Responsibilities
Maintain SMT equipment and process efficient
Drive yield improvement and process stability
Perform root cause analysis, implement corrective & preventive actions
Support line setup, process parameter development, validation, and qualification
Support line balancing and throughput optimization to improve efficiency
Work closely with Quality and Testing teams to resolve manufacturing issues
Required Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field degree
3+ years of experience or equivalent training in SMT manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience supporting SMT production
Understanding & experience of SMT processes and equipment maintenance and repair
Screen printers
Pick-and-place machine
Automatic Optical Inspection systems
Reflow oven
Experience with:
Root cause analysis
Design of Experiments (DOE)
Process validation and qualification skill
Yield and defect reduction strategies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Experience with CAD/CAM, MES/SFC systems, or process simulation tools is a plus
Preferred Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving with hands-on troubleshooting skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-standard manufacturing environments
Strong ownership, attention to detail, and sense of urgency
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Fast learning and passion to work on process improvement and optimization