Technical Leadership and SMT Expertise

• Serve as the principal technical authority for SMT manufacturing processes and related assembly technologies.
• Provide advanced engineering leadership for complex manufacturing challenges involving quality, yield, reliability, throughput, and productivity.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, NPI Engineers, and Operations teams.
• Drive standardization and deployment of best practices across multiple production lines, programs, and manufacturing sites.
• Lead cross-functional engineering initiatives involving Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.

SMT Process Ownership and Optimization

• Own and continuously improve all SMT manufacturing processes including:
  • Solder Paste Printing
  • Solder Paste Inspection (SPI)
  • Component Placement
  • Reflow Soldering
  • Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
  • X-Ray Inspection
  • Selective Soldering
  • Electronic Assembly and Secondary Operations
• Establish process targets, control strategies, and validation methodologies to ensure robust and repeatable manufacturing performance.
• Develop advanced process characterization studies and optimize critical process parameters.
• Drive process capability improvements through the application of statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Lead initiatives focused on reducing defects, variation, scrap, rework, and manufacturing costs.

New Product Introduction (NPI) and Manufacturing Readiness

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities during new product introduction and technology transfer.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Testability (DFT) reviews.
• Develop manufacturing strategies to support new technologies, complex assemblies, and high-reliability products.
• Define process validation requirements, qualification plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure successful production ramp-up while achieving yield, quality, and cycle-time objectives.

Advanced Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement

• Lead root cause investigations for critical manufacturing and customer-related issues.
• Utilize advanced problem-solving methodologies including:
  • Six Sigma
  • DMAIC
  • Design of Experiments (DOE)
  • PFMEA
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • 8D Corrective Action
  • Failure Analysis Techniques
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify systemic improvement opportunities.
• Lead strategic projects focused on automation, Industry 4.0 implementation, and Smart Factory initiatives.

SMT Equipment and Technology Development

• Provide technical oversight for SMT process equipment selection, qualification, validation, and deployment.
• Evaluate and implement emerging manufacturing technologies to improve capability and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers to optimize machine performance and process capability.
• Support development of long-term technology roadmaps aligned with business growth objectives.
• Define equipment requirements for future products and manufacturing capacity expansions.

Quality, Reliability, and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory expectations.
• Drive manufacturing process improvements to achieve world-class quality performance.
• Support customer audits, technical reviews, and manufacturing assessments.
• Lead implementation and sustainment of:
  • PFMEA
  • Control Plans
  • Process Validation Documentation
  • IPC Compliance Requirements
• Support reliability and failure analysis activities related to SMT manufacturing processes.

Strategic Business Support

• Support quotation and business development activities through manufacturing assessments and technical risk evaluations.
• Provide engineering expertise for high-complexity customer opportunities and advanced technology programs.
• Participate in manufacturing strategy development and capacity planning initiatives.
• Recommend investments in equipment, automation, and process technologies to support long-term growth.

Industry Leadership and Innovation

• Maintain expert knowledge of SMT manufacturing technologies, materials, equipment, and industry trends.
• Participate in industry organizations, technical forums, and professional development activities.
• Drive innovation initiatives that improve manufacturing capability, efficiency, and competitiveness.
• Publish technical papers, participate in industry conferences, and represent the organization as a recognized technical expert when appropriate.

Company Policies

• Adhere to all safety, environmental, health, and security requirements.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Promote a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum 9+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, SMT process engineering, or advanced manufacturing engineering.
• Extensive experience in high-volume, high-mix electronics manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success leading major yield improvement, automation, NPI, and process optimization initiatives.

PREFERRED TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
• IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001
• Reflow Process Development
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Process Validation and Qualification
• PFMEA and Control Plans
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Advanced Data Analytics for Manufacturing
• High-Reliability Electronics Manufacturing