Senior SMT Programmer Lead for NPI & Line Optimization

Jabil Inc.; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil Inc. in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking an SMT Machine Programmer SME to develop, optimize, and maintain high-quality SMT programs for NPI and mass production.

You will lead the SMT programming team, collaborate with ME Technicians and Engineers, and contribute to process improvements to maximize line efficiency and product quality. The role requires hands-on SMT programming, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Valor/Aegis/CAM350, IPC-A-610 standards, and related tooling.

Qualifications

• Hands-on SMT programming and process optimization experience.
• Knowledge of SMT equipment and line configuration.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, Gerber files, and BOMs.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards and quality processes.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate, validate, update, optimize, and back up SMT programs for production/NPI.
• Prepare SMT setup sheets and document equipment configuration.
• Conduct NPI First Article Inspection and component verification.
• Drive OEE improvements related to programming performance.
• Provide real-time troubleshooting and technical guidance to technicians.

Skills

SMT programming

Process optimization

SMT software tools

Drawings/GERBER interpretation

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Troubleshooting SMT issues

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Manufacturing Eng or related

Tools

Valor

Aegis

CAM350

Job description

Jabil Inc. in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking an SMT Machine Programmer SME to develop, optimize, and maintain high-quality SMT programs for NPI and mass production.

You will lead the SMT programming team, collaborate with ME Technicians and Engineers, and contribute to process improvements to maximize line efficiency and product quality. The role requires hands-on SMT programming, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Valor/Aegis/CAM350, IPC-A-610 standards, and related tooling.