Senior SMT Process Engineer

Flexi Versa Group (FVG); Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronics manufacturing seeks a Process Engineer with expertise in SMT and PTH processes. You will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have extensive hands-on experience in PCBA manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of hands-on experience in PCBA manufacturing.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards.
• Experience in managing customer and system audits.

Responsibilities

• Setup and troubleshoot SMT and PTH equipment.
• Lead audits and ensure compliance with IPC, ESD protocols.
• Drive Lean manufacturing and process improvements.

Skills

Technical knowledge in SPI, AOI, SMT programming

Root cause analysis

Statistical tools

Process control

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

SMT Process Responsibilities:

• Setup, optimise, and troubleshoot SMT equipment:
• Solder Paste Inspection (SPI)
• Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
• Reflow oven profiling
• Pick-and-Place/Mounter systems
• Perform defect analysis (e.g., tombstoning, solder bridging, cold solder joints) and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct reflow oven profiling and maintain optimal thermal profiles for various PCB assemblies.
• Work with suppliers and tooling engineers to develop and qualify stencils and fixtures.

PTH Process Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise all PTH-related processes:
• Robotic soldering
• Selective wave soldering
• Conventional wave soldering
• Define process parameters and validate through-hole soldering quality per IPC-A-610 standards.
• Oversee fixture design for wave/selective soldering and lead optimisation for solder joint reliability.

Process Validation & Quality Planning (Will be advantage):

• Lead and execute IOPQ (Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification) for new equipment and manufacturing lines.
• Develop and maintain APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) documentation.
• Prepare and submit PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) packages to customers.
• Perform PFMEA and capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Gage R&R).

Audit & Compliance Management:

• Lead manufacturing readiness and responses during:
• Customer audits
• Internal audits
• Third-party system audits (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949)
• Ensure ongoing compliance with IPC standards, ESD protocols, and traceability systems.
• Implement corrective actions and ensure follow-through post-audit.

Continuous Improvement & NPI:

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by reviewing designs for manufacturability (DFM) and ensuring seamless process integration.
• Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen activities for efficiency, yield, and cost improvements.
• Analyse production metrics and lead improvement projects using SPC and root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of hands-on experience in PCBA manufacturing (SMT and PTH).
• Strong technical knowledge in SPI, AOI, SMT mounter programming, reflow profiling, robotic/selective/wave soldering.
• Proficiency in IOPQ, APQP, and PPAP methodologies will be an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in managing customer and system audits.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship standards.
• Strong knowledge of root cause analysis, statistical tools, and process control.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing will be an advantage.
• Experience in high-reliability industries (medical, automotive,) will be an advantage.
• Proficiency with MES systems, ERP platforms, and traceability software.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and work in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.

If you're interested in this position, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to [e-mail].