SMT Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

The SMT Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing programs and equipment for SMT circuit board assembly equipment.

Specific responsibilities: 
·        Program and equipment development will include but not limited to Pick and Place, Screen Printing, Reflow Profiling, AOI, SPI
·        Job duties will also include machine operation, setup, maintenance, training, and helping operators on machine operation and setup, and ensuring proper program performance and efficiency
·        Create, update, and manage documentation (i.e., work instructions, routings, and other department procedures)
·        Works with production quality, engineering technicians, and machine operators to maintain equipment and to ensure efficient operation of work centers to meet production schedules
·        Troubleshooting program/process/machine issues and fault corrections
·        Schedule equipment maintenance in conjunction with production schedule
·        Help in the equipment maintenance and repair of all equipment utilized in the manufacturing operation and perform out of cycle maintenance as required
·        Call machine support hotline to resolve any blocking issue and order required spare parts
·        Logs machine maintenance, spare parts inventory, etc
·        Interprets assembly drawings
·        Report equipment status and improvements to management team
·        Assist design and advance development engineering in running prototype boards on SMT equipment
·        Supports design for manufacturability
·        Develop capital justification for replacement equipment or new technology to improve the manufacturing of circuit boards
·        Create, update, and manage documentation (i.e., work instructions, routings, and other department procedures)
·        Lead improvements for SMT equipment in process yield, quality, cycle time, inventory access, and delivery
·        Lead a team of SMT Machine Operators and Process Technicians
·        Process and record data to improve programming and increase efficiency
·        Strong analytical skills
·        Excellent communication and collaborative skills
·        Strong knowledge of manufacturing process
·        Strong analysis and attention to detail
·        Computer skills, MS Office, mechanical/electrical experience
·        Efficient in Time Management, Problem Solving, Organized & Self-Motivated
·        Working knowledge of BOM, ECN/ECO, Component Packages/Shapes and IPC standards
·        Must have a working knowledge of CAD software, Pick and Place software, and databases
·        Must be familiar with or certified in IPC/EIA J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610


Requirements: 
·        B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
·      Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
·      Experience with circuit board assembly equipment or electronic manufacturing is a plus

The salary range for this position is $76,050 - $96,050. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.