Senior SMT Engineering Manager — Lead & Optimize Production

Sony Corporate Technology Center America; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony UK Technology Centre in Pencoed, Wales, specializes in SMT production of high-quality circuit boards for Sony and third-party products. The SMT Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring strong performance, TPM, and continuous improvement.

You will develop skills, mentor staff, and collaborate with Production, Quality, and NMI managers to deliver reliable production and quality outcomes on shift-based coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in an engineering discipline.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Experience of leading a team and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SMT Shift Engineering Team.
• Oversee TPM and maintenance to maximise machine availability.
• Monitor budgets, spares inventory and cost control.
• Provide technical reports and data-driven recommendations.
• Apply DMAIC methods to drive improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

HNC in Engineering

Tools

DMAIC

Job description

Sony UK Technology Centre in Pencoed, Wales, specializes in SMT production of high-quality circuit boards for Sony and third-party products. The SMT Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring strong performance, TPM, and continuous improvement.

You will develop skills, mentor staff, and collaborate with Production, Quality, and NMI managers to deliver reliable production and quality outcomes on shift-based coverage.