Senior Engineer / Assistant Manager (PCBA) - Process Engineering

Smita Malojirao Dubal; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Smita Malojirao Dubal seeks a Senior Process Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize PCBA manufacturing processes, with a focus on SMT, THT, soldering, inspection, testing, NPI, and process validation. You will work closely with Production, Quality, NPI/Project Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure cost-effective manufacturing while meeting customer quality goals.

The role covers PCBA process engineering, SMT line programming, NPI, yield improvement, process control, and

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize SMT and PCBA production processes.
• Define and maintain process parameters and manufacturing standards.
• Prepare and update Process Flow, Work Instructions, SOPs and Process Specifications.
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support production teams in resolving process-related issues.
• Lead Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Job description

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer / Process Engineering Electronics Manufacturing

Location: Shirwal, Satara, Maharashtra
Experience: 5 - 9 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Days: Monday to Saturday
Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Bus facility is available from Pune.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer PCBA will be responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes for PCB Assembly (PCBA) operations. The role will focus on SMT, THT, soldering, inspection, testing, NPI, process validation, troubleshooting, yield improvement, and continuous improvement.

The Process Engineer will work closely with Production, Quality, NPI/Project Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing while meeting customer quality and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

A. PCBA Process Engineering

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for SMT and PCBA production.
• Define and maintain process parameters and manufacturing standards.
• Prepare and update Process Flow, Work Instructions, SOPs and Process Specifications.
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support production teams in resolving process-related issues.

B. SMT Process & Programming

• Support and manage SMT line programming and setup.
• Review BOM, Gerber data, component specifications and drawings for manufacturability.
• Optimize solder paste printing, SPI, Pick & Place, Reflow and AOI processes.
• Monitor solder paste, stencil, component placement and reflow parameters.
• Troubleshoot SMT defects such as solder bridging, insufficient solder, tombstoning, component shifting and soldering defects.

C. THT / Soldering Process

• Support THT/Through-Hole Assembly processes.
• Monitor and optimize Wave Soldering / Selective Soldering processes.
• Establish appropriate soldering parameters and process controls.
• Analyze soldering defects and implement corrective actions.

D. NPI & New Product Introduction

• Support new products from prototype and pilot stage through mass production.
• Conduct manufacturing feasibility and process feasibility studies.
• Develop process flow and manufacturing documentation for new products.
• Support trial runs, pilot production and process validation.
• Coordinate with NPI, Design and Project Engineering teams.
• Ensure smooth transfer of products from NPI to Mass Production.

E. Yield & Process Improvement

• Monitor FPY, yield, rejection, rework and process losses.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis for process and production issues.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive improvement in yield, productivity, cycle time and machine utilization.
• Identify bottlenecks and support line balancing.
• Lead Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Reduce scrap, rejection, rework and manufacturing costs.

F. Quality & Process Control

• Work closely with Quality to resolve PCBA process-related issues.
• Support preparation and implementation of:
  • PFMEA
  • Control Plan
  • Process Flow
  • Work Instructions
  • APQP
  • PPAP
• Participate in process validation and capability studies.
• Support internal, customer and process audits.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements.

G. Troubleshooting & Production Support

• Provide technical support to production during daily operations.
• Investigate machine and process-related problems.
• Coordinate with Maintenance for machine breakdown and recurring issues.
• Analyze production losses and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Participate in daily production meetings and review process performance.

H. Documentation & Engineering Changes

• Maintain SMT programs, process parameters and engineering records.
• Prepare process documentation for new and existing products.
• Support Engineering Change Orders / Engineering Change Notices.
• Ensure all process changes are properly documented and implemented.
• Maintain records of process improvements and validation activities.

3. Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of PCBA / SMT manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience in SMT production lines.
• Knowledge of SMT programming and machine setup.
• Good understanding of SPI, AOI, Reflow, THT and Wave/Selective Soldering.
• Strong knowledge of NPI and mass production processes.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plan, APQP and PPAP.
• Strong Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone and Pareto analysis.
• Experience in yield improvement and process optimization.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and Continuous Improvement.
• Good analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

4. Qualification

BE / B.Tech / Diploma in:

• Electronics Engineering
• Electronics & Telecommunication
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics
• or a related engineering discipline.

5. Experience

37 years of relevant experience in:

• PCBA Manufacturing
• SMT Manufacturing
• Electronics Manufacturing
• Process Engineering
• NPI / New Product Introduction

Experience in an EMS / PCBA manufacturing environment will be preferred.