SMT Process Engineer - NPI & Continuous Improvement

CareerWise Recruitment

Galway

On-site

EUR 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Careerwise Recruitment is seeking an experienced SMT Manufacturing Process Engineer for a Galway-based manufacturing company.

The role involves programming SMT equipment, setting up PTH processes, and working on NPI projects to improve manufacturability and meet schedules. You will drive continuous improvement, prepare assembly docs, train operators, and support maintenance with critical engineering tasks.

Qualifications

L8 qualification in a manufacturing related engineering discipline or equivalent.
Experience working with engineering BOM and drawings.
Demonstrable working knowledge of SMT components and processes.

Responsibilities

Program all SMT equipment, including Printer, Pick and Place Machine and AOI Machine.
Setup PTH manufacturing processes and equipment.
Work with customers on NPI projects to improve manufacturability and complete NPI projects to schedule.
Incorporate Continuous Improvement activity based on Business objectives and current cost reduction goals.
Prepare assembly documentation and work instructions.
Train Operatives in assembly procedures.
Support the Maintenance Team in designing planned maintenance routines necessary for all of the SMT equipment, and, as required, perform critical Engineering Maintenance tasks.
Provide technical support to production.