SMT Process Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Contract SMT Process Engineer for a busy electronics manufacturing company in Burgess Hill. This role offers up to £60 per hour and requires strong expertise in SMT processes, PCBA assembly, and manufacturing equipment improvement. The initial contract is for 6 months with the possibility of extension. Candidates must be ready to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Process Engineer in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of SMT and PCBA processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support existing processes in a busy electronics manufacturing environment.
• Source and commission manufacturing equipment.
• Improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency.

Skills

SMT / Surface Mount expertise

PCBA assembly

Reflow ovens

Wave soldering

Pick & place machines

Reflow profiling

Sourcing manufacturing equipment

Commissioning manufacturing equipment

Process improvement

Job description

Contract SMT Process Engineer - up to £60ph, outside IR35

Our client is a busy electronics manufacturing business looking for an experienced Surface Mount / SMT Process Engineer to join their team for an initial 6 month contract. This is an urgent requirement, with interviews happening quickly.

Location: Onsite in Burgess Hill (option to work hours in 4 days)

Contract length: 6 month initial contract, extendable or contract-to-perm

Experienced required:

• A Process Engineer with strong SMT / Surface Mount expertise, from design through to production
• Hands-on with PCBA assembly, reflow ovens, and wave soldering
• Experienced with pick & place machines, screen printers, and reflow profiling
• A Process Engineer confident in sourcing, commissioning, and improving manufacturing equipment
• A Process Engineer who can hit the ground running and support existing processes in a busy environment

If you're a Process Engineer ready to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing setting, apply now with your CV to arrange a quick interview