PCBA Design Solutions Engineer

Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced SMT Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimize our surface
mount technology operations. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of hands-on expertise in
high-volume electronics manufacturing, with a deep understanding of SMT processes, equipment, and
quality systems. This role is critical in driving continuous improvement, ensuring process stability, and
supporting new product introductions (NPI).

Competencies

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Support the company's technology roadmaps and stay current with the latest SMT industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Lead the introduction, development, qualification, and optimization of new products,
  equipment, processes, and materials in SMT manufacturing.
• Initiate new equipment evaluation, specification, selection, and qualification (e.g., pick-and-
  place, reflow ovens, Plasma, AOI, SPI,…etc).
• Lead new processes evaluation and characterization through a comprehensive Design of
  Experiments.
• Drive process improvements using Lean-Six-Sigma, statistical process control (SPC), and best practices
  known methodologies.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including PFMEAs, work instructions, and control
  plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and new
  product introduction, development, and flawless launch.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and ISO quality systems.
• Support audits, customer visits, and technical reviews.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. 
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in SMT manufacturing engineering within a high-volume
  electronics environment.
• Proven expertise in SMT processes development and troubleshooting (e.g., paste printing, pick
  and place, automated inspection, wave soldering…etc.
• Familiarity with industry-standard equipment (e.g., Fuji, ASM, DEK, Vitronics, Koh Young).
• Strong knowledge of quality tools (DOE, FMEA, 8D, SPC).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Master’s preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 Certification
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• SMTA Process Engineer Certification
• Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.