SMT Process Engineer

SMT Process EngineerLocation: Fort Worth Alliance, TX

Department: Production Support Engineering (PSE)

Reports To: PSE Process Supervisor / PSE Department Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The SMT Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) processes to ensure high-quality and efficient production of electronic assemblies. This role partners cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to support new product introduction (NPI), drive continuous improvement initiatives, and resolve SMT-related manufacturing issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain SMT process parameters and standards for both new and existing products.

• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including stencil design, solder paste selection, and programming of pick-and-place equipment.

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for SMT defects (e.g., tombstoning, solder bridging, insufficient solder).

• Monitor and improve production metrics, including yield, scrap, cycle time, and equipment utilization.

• Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and FMEAs.

• Support selection, installation, validation, and qualification of SMT equipment and processes.

• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing teams to ensure compliance with IPC standards and internal quality requirements.

• Conduct process capability analysis and implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

• Actively participate in PSE departmental meetings (e.g., M360 reviews) and contribute to operational discussions.