Process Engineer - Soldering

Eaton Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid worktime model

Eaton University / Career development

Structured induction & onboarding

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Process Engineer – Soldering PCBA in Dubai to set up, validate, and improve wave soldering, depaneling, and XRay processes for high-quality PCB assembly. You will work with R&D during manufacturability reviews and drive continuous improvement across production lines.

You will lead process design, tool provisioning, and ECO/MCO implementation, supporting NPI and transferred PCBA programs while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards at a busy Dubai site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and maintain operators and maintenance work instructions for soldering, depaneling, and XRay equipment.
• Support ProLaunch manufacturing deliverables: Process flow, PFMEA, PPAP, etc.
• Influence PCB/PCBA design through DFM reviews with R&D.
• Lead/certify ECO/MCO implementation for soldering and depaneling.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

NPI & VAVE PCBA

Troubleshooting

Soldering setup

XRay analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERSA Wave Soldering

Selective Wave Soldering

Robot Soldering

Manual Soldering

XRay Inspection (OMRON InLine)

Job description

Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. In July 2024, we announced the construction of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

As a Process Engineer – Soldering PCBA, you set-up, validate, maintain and improve Wave soldering/Selective Wave Soldering/Manual soldering/Robotic soldering/Depanelling equipment, and related manufacturing processes, to secure EATON production quality standards and constantly improve customer satisfattion. This role ensures PCBA soldering and depanelling manufacturing process optimization for New Product Introduction, Transfered PCBA from other EATON plants or EMS, and ensure robust and stable production processes compliance with industry standards, supporting product quality, and operational excellence, in line with EATON Safety rules.

The Process Engineer – Soldering will design Soldering and depanelling processes through each manufacturing steps, interacts with R&Ds during design phases (manufacturability of PCB & PCBA), by supporting Industrialization Program Manager, optimizes Soldering and depanelling processes and minimize defect and scrap rates, supports production in quality improvement, suggests CI and VAVE projects for productivity improvement and ensures soldering/Depanelling process benchmark to enhance EATON operational productivity.

What you’ll do:

• Develop, deliver and maintain Operators and Maintenance work instruction and plan, for related Soldering, depaneling and XRay equipment processes, related to equipment operation, and PCBA specific instructions.
• Proactive in PCBA soldering and depanelling Prototypes manufacturing, for NPI and transfered PCBA projects.
• Support Industrialization program manager in ProLaunch Manufacturing delivrables release: Process flow Chart, PFMEA, PPAP, etc..
• Support Industrialization program manager to influence PCB/PCBA design through DFM reviews, with R&D
• Ensure PCBA Soldering and depanelling ECO/MCO effective implementation in due time.
• Track and improve Waves soldering, Manual and robot soldering, depaneling and XRay lines cycle times for each PCBA SKU, and Update related RCCP data with production manager
• Support customer audit and Plant quality certification programs at Soldering Level.
• Manage tool procurement for Soldering, Depaneling and XRay purposes: Wave soldering frames, manual soldering fixtures, Robot soldering fixtures, Depanelling tools, etc...
• Program and set-up Waves soldering, Selective wave soldering, Robot soldering, manual soldering, depanelling (Asys and Maestro) and XRay equipment for soldering production processes ourside of SMT.
• Manage consistency of equipment programing database and standards, across production lines and PCBA SKUs
• Secure side equipment process directly linked to Soldering processes: Soldering frames cleaning, Soldering tip management, etc...
• Act as technical interlocutor for other EATON plant and EMS, for soldering and XRay processes (Outside SMT)
• Define CAPEX needs for PP, to improve productivity in Soldering areas (Outside SMT) (ROI)
• Lead Soldering and XRay processes technical benchmark with equipment suppliers, and exhibition attendance, for Soldering technology roadmap definition.
• Validate New processes introduction in Soldering processes: new components, new PCB technologies, new equipment validation, new consumables,...

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in PCBA Soldering manufacturing engineering

Skills:

• Demonstrating in Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• NPI & VAVE PCBA introduction in soldering processes
• Production support and trouble shooting
• Soldering processes set-Up is required (ideally ERSA Wave & selective wave soldering, Japan Unix Robot soldering, Manual soldering).
• Autonomous in XRay inspection process set-Up (OMRON InLine XRay), and results analysis, is a plus.
• Expert in Soldering manufacturing processes and equipments.
• Solid understanding on PCB SMT assembly processes.
• Programing of soldering equipment (Wave soldering, Selective wave soldering, Robot soldering, Manual, etc..).
• Programing and analysis capabilities on XRay In Line equipment for SMT & THT inspection.
• IPC-A610 Class3 strong knowledge and application (Certification is a strong advantage)
• Knowledge of ESD safety procedures and quality control practices.
• PCB & THT component strong knowledge (Material, Risks & weaknesses, etc..)
• Component gluing process knowledge and set-Up experience required
• Good communication with pedagogic skills and spirit of synthesis
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work with multiple plant stakeholders, R&D engineers, and strongly support continuous improvement initiatives
• Safety oriented in operations, in line with EATON MESH and operational activities

What we offer you:

• Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
• Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
• Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
• Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company.
• Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
• Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
• Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
• Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
• Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
• Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model

Living and Working in Dubai

Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world’s most exciting cities.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.