SMT Process Engineer: NPI, Yield & Optimization

Carsem; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carsem in Ipoh is seeking an SMT Process Engineer to lead readiness forNew Product Introductions and optimize SMT processes. You will validate processes, drive productivity, and collaborate with QA, Equipment, Planning, and NPI teams to ensure smooth launches.

The role requires 3–5 years in SMT process engineering, hands-on experience with screen printing, solder paste, and reflow soldering, and strong problem-solving ability to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of SMT Process Engineering experience.
• Experience in SMT manufacturing, PCB assembly, NPI, or electronics manufacturing is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with screen printing, solder paste, and reflow soldering.

Responsibilities

• Lead SMT process readiness for NPI from feasibility through production release.
• Develop, optimize, and validate SMT processes to achieve yield, quality, throughput, and cycle time.
• Evaluate new products, materials, and process changes for manufacturability and compatibility.
• Support process validation and ramp-up activities for new products.
• Establish and optimize SMT process parameters to improve capability and efficiency.
• Conduct DOE and process characterization to validate parameters.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions for variation.
• Drive continuous improvement for productivity, cost reduction, and robustness.
• Provide technical troubleshooting to ensure production stability.

Skills

SMT Process Engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Problem solving

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Screen printing

Solder paste

Reflow soldering

Job description

Carsem in Ipoh is seeking an SMT Process Engineer to lead readiness forNew Product Introductions and optimize SMT processes. You will validate processes, drive productivity, and collaborate with QA, Equipment, Planning, and NPI teams to ensure smooth launches.

The role requires 3–5 years in SMT process engineering, hands-on experience with screen printing, solder paste, and reflow soldering, and strong problem-solving ability to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.