Lead SMT Production Engineer

ZENOVO LTD; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronic manufacturing company is seeking a Lead SMT Production Engineer to join their team in Merseyside. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in setting up and operating SMT machines, troubleshooting production issues, and collaborating with teams to ensure quality. With at least 2 years of experience in SMT production engineering, the role offers a salary of up to £40,000 based on experience, along with the chance to make a real-world impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in SMT production engineering.
• Experience with electronic systems manufacturing.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards for soldering.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate design stencil machines, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and AOI testing machines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues to ensure smooth production flow.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and final assembly teams to maintain quality.

Skills

Setting up design stencil machines

Troubleshooting manufacturing issues

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lead SMT Production Engineer
Location: Merseyside
Salary: Up to £40,000 (Depending on Experience)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading electronic systems and manufacturing company specialising in advanced power distribution. With a global customer base, they supply high-quality electronic systems tailored to customer needs. If you're an SMT Production Engineer who's passionate about making a real-world impact, we want to hear from you!
We're looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment. As an SMT Production Engineer, you will play a key role in the manufacturing process, taking a proactive, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating design stencil machines, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and AOI testing machines.
• Troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues to ensure smooth production flow.
• Collaborating closely with manufacturers and final assembly teams to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Manage component purchase and storage whilst adhering to specifications.
• Ensure conventional component and manual soldering procedures comply with IPC-A-610 standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a...