SMT Engineer

KES International Sdn Bhd; Kulai; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Opportunities for promotion

Job summary

KES International Sdn Bhd is seeking an SMT Engineer to support and optimize SMT and PCBA production processes. The role focuses on improving yield, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced electronics environment.

Responsibilities include developing, validating, and refining SMT/PCBA processes, setting up AOI programming, and collaborating with QA to maintain IPC‑A‑610 standards. This position is on-site in Malaysia and offers opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in SMT / PCBA manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with SMT processes and equipment is required.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes, PCBA assembly, and production flow.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve SMT and PCBA manufacturing processes.
• Optimize process parameters for pick & place machines, reflow soldering, and wave soldering.
• Conduct process validation, qualification, and standardization activities.
• Provide daily engineering support to production lines and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

SMT processes

PCBA assembly

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Electronics/Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a results-driven SMT Engineer to support and optimize SMT and PCBA production processes. This role focuses on improving yield, quality, and efficiency while ensuring smooth day-to-day manufacturing operations in a fast-paced electronics environment.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

Develop, evaluate, and improve SMT and PCBA manufacturing processes.

Optimize process parameters for:

• Pick & Place Machines
• Reflow Soldering
• Wave Soldering

Conduct process validation, qualification, and standardization activities.

Perform Design of Experiments (DOE) to improve process capability and yield.

Production Support

Provide daily engineering support to production lines.

Troubleshoot process and quality issues, implementing timely corrective actions.

Work closely with Production and QA teams to ensure smooth line operations.

Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality & Control

Implement and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC).

Ensure compliance with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610).

Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

Maintain and improve process documentation and work instructions.

Equipment & Programming

Set up and optimize SMT equipment and machine parameters.

Perform AOI (Automatic Optical Inspection) programming and optimization.

Develop and fine-tune reflow oven profiles based on product requirements.

Support machine troubleshooting and coordinate maintenance when required.

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce defects, and lower costs.

Support machine utilization tracking and efficiency reporting.

Participate in new product introduction (NPI) and design reviews (DFM/DRR).

Lead or support process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Requirements Qualification

Degree or Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience

Minimum 2–4 years of experience in SMT / PCBA manufacturing environment.

Hands‑on experience with SMT processes and equipment is required.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong knowledge of SMT processes, PCBA assembly, and production flow.

Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards.

Experience with DOE, SPC, and process validation.

Knowledge of AOI systems and SMT machine programming (e.g., Yamaha, Fuji, Panasonic) is an advantage.

Proficient in MS Office and data analysis.

Abilities

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Benefits

• Free parking
• Free parking
• Opportunities for promotion

KES has been the forerunner in the Burn-In Industry for over 30 years. The wide range of KES Burn-In Boards & Burn-In Systems, coupled with our contractual Burn-In Services offers full turnkey burn-in solutions for the varied needs of our customers.

Throughout the years, our commitment has constantly been to provide our customers with products of high quality and reliability. Our devotion to this has, in turn, won us many prestigious awards.

Most evident of our pursuit for uncompromising quality is our ISO9001 certification that encompass Design, Manufacturing & Burn-In Service.

The wide range of KES Burn-In Boards & Burn-In Systems, coupled with our contractual Burn-In Services offers full turnkey burn-in solutions for the varied needs of our customers. With the rapid revolution of semiconductors in the industry, Burn-In requirements have become an increasingly demanding task. With our group of Dedicated Management, Design Engineers & Sales Managers, KES is a global company with worldwide facilities & offices to assured you of a complete, all-round solution for your Burn-In requirements.

KES has been the forerunner in the Burn-In Industry for over 30 years. The wide range of KES Burn-In Boards & Burn-In Systems, coupled with our contractual Burn-In Services offers full turnkey burn-in solutions for the varied needs of our customers.

Throughout the years, our commitment has constantly been to provide our customers with products of high quality and reliability. Our devotion to this has, in turn, won us many prestigious awards.

Most evident of our pursuit for uncompromising quality is our ISO9001 certification that encompass Design, Manufacturing & Burn-In Service.

The wide range of KES Burn-In Boards & Burn-In Systems, coupled with our contractual Burn-In Services offers full turnkey burn-in solutions for the varied needs of our customers. With the rapid revolution of semiconductors in the industry, Burn-In requirements have become an increasingly demanding task. With our group of Dedicated Management, Design Engineers & Sales Managers, KES is a global company with worldwide facilities & offices to assured you of a complete, all-round solution for your Burn-In requirements.