Process Engineer – Electronics Manufacturing & SMT Optimization

Act as the technical authority for all electronics manufacturing processes. Bridge design intent and factory reality—quickly, accurately, repeatedly.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, validate, and sustain SMT, selective solder, and reflow processes.  

- Monitor line metrics; drive yield above 98 % through data-centric SPC initiatives.  

- Launch continuous improvement projects using DMAIC and 8D methodologies.  

- Troubleshoot NPI and legacy assemblies, pinpoint root causes, implement corrective actions.  

- Generate and update work instructions, control plans, and PFMEAs.  

- Mentor operators and technicians on soldering best practices and ESD control.  

- Conduct DOE to optimize stencil design, paste chemistry, and thermal profiles.  

- Evaluate, justify, and qualify new placement equipment, AOI, X-ray, and MES upgrades.  

- Collaborate with design engineering on DFM/DFA analyses and quick feedback loops.  

- Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 and ISO 9001.  

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.  

- 4+ years hands-on SMT or EMS process ownership in the United States.  

- Proficiency with Minitab or equivalent SPC software.  

- Demonstrated success applying Lean Six Sigma—minimum Green Belt results.  

- Strong command of root cause tools (Ishikawa, 5 Whys, Pareto).  

- Technical writing skills for clear, concise documentation.  

- Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.  

Preferred Extra Skills

- Experience with automotive quality standards (IATF 16949, PPAP).  

- Familiarity with flexible, rigid-flex, and micro-BGA assemblies.  

- Knowledge of Industry 4.0, connected factory, and machine data capture.  

- Capability to support remote audits and virtual factory acceptance tests.