SMT Engineering Leader

Aptiv; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aptiv seeks an SMT Engineering Leader to drive SMT process optimization and lead engineering teams across production lines in Mexico. You will ensure process stability, quality performance, and coordinate with global SMT groups to implement improvements.

Responsibilities include validating process parameters, launching new parts, analyzing SPI/AOI data, and leading audits while managing resources for FTQ and cost reduction initiatives.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electronic, Mechatronic) or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in SMT manufacturing leadership.
• Advanced English.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes and equipment.
• Experience with paste application, placement SPI, AOI, and reflow profiling.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610).
• Experience with statistical analysis (Cp, Cpk, SPC).
• Leadership experience managing technical and development teams.

Responsabilidades

• Validate SMT process parameters (printing, placement, reflow)
• Supervise and lead manufacturing engineering group
• Support new part number launching, validation, product transfers, components validations
• Analyze SPI/AOI data and implement process improvements focus con solder paste printing process
• Coordinate communication with external teams, close contact with APTIV SMT teams worldwide, MTT (manufacturing technology team)
• Lead SMT internal and external audit
• Manage engineering resources to effectively support FTQ, CT, scrap and CPH improvement activities
• Lead cost reduction & quality improvement activities for all Projects, apply Problem Solving tools as needed
• Ensure effective communications of New Product related information with customers (project team, operations, supervisor, & implementation team)
• Stay current with all Policies, Procedures, and Design Standards
• Responsible for forecast, selection, implementation of new equipment
• Responsible for SMT capacity analysis and report to MTT

Conocimientos

SMT leadership

Process optimization

Quality analysis

IPC standards

Statistical analysis

English proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Herramientas

SMT equipment

Descripción del empleo

WHY JOIN APTIV?

You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road - helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

YOUR ROLE

As the SMT Engineering Leader, will be responsible for lead and optimizing SMT processes, ensuring process stability, quality performance, and continuous improvement across production lines. The job provides high visibility inside manufacturing operations and cross-functional teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Validate SMT process parameters (printing, placement, reflow)
• Supervise and lead manufacturing engineering group
• Support new part number launching, validation, product transfers, components validations
• Analyze SPI/AOI data and implement process improvements focus con solder paste printing process
• Coordinate communication with external teams, close contact with APTIV SMT teams worldwide, MTT (manufacturing technology team)
• Lead SMT internal and external audit
• Manage engineering resources to effectively support FTQ, CT, scrap and CPH improvement activities
• Lead cost reduction & quality improvement activities for all Projects, apply Problem Solving tools as needed
• Ensure effective communications of New Product related information with customers (project team, operations, supervisor, & implementation team)
• Stay current with all Policies, Procedures, and Design Standards
• Responsible for forecast, selection, implementation of new equipment
• Responsible for SMT capacity analysis and report to MTT

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electronic, Mechatronic) or related field
• 5+ years of experience in SMT manufacturing leadership
• Advanced English
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes and equipment
• Experience with paste application, placement SPI, AOI, and reflow profiling
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610)
• Experience with statistical analysis (Cp, Cpk, SPC)
• Leadership experience managing technical and development teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in new products launch and product transfers
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Advanced problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why's)
• Experience with SMT equipment brands (ASM preferred)
• Strong communication and leadership skills

WHY JOIN US?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs. You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents. You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law

Aptiv is a global industrial technology company enabling automated, electrified and digitalized solutions across multiple end markets. People trust us to deliver innovations that will help them progress, improve and achieve more tomorrow than they did yesterday.

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