Senior Associate Engineer, Equipment Engineering (R&D SMT)

United Test And Assembly Center Limited (UTAC); Singapore; Sur place; SGD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

United Test And Assembly Center Limited (UTAC) in Singapore is seeking an Associate Engineer – Equipment Engineering (R&D SMT) to setup and optimize SMT equipment for prototype and new product development. You will work closely with R&D, process, and product engineering teams to enable flexible, accurate, and timely build execution.

The role requires a diploma in relevant engineering and 2–5 years in SMT equipment engineering or NPI; hands-on experience with DEK/GKG printers, Fuji placement

Qualifications

• Diploma in mechanical/electrical/electronics/mechatronics or related discipline.
• 2–5 years of SMT equipment engineering, NPI, or R&D support.
• Hands-on experience with SMT equipment (DEK/GKG printers, Fuji placement, BTU ovens).
• Experience supporting engineering builds or prototype environments preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to adapt in fast-changing environments.

Responsabilités

• Set up SMT equipment to support R&D and prototype builds.
• Prepare machines for new product trials: program setup, feeder prep, line configuration.
• Provide hands-on support during engineering builds.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to support fast-paced development.
• Collaborate with R&D and Process Engineers to optimize setups.
• Perform product changeovers for low-volume, high-mix environments.
• Maintain SMT equipment readiness for frequent build changes.
• Support equipment evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Document setup configurations, learnings, and best practices.

Connaissances

Strong problem-solving skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Flexibility/adaptability

Formation

Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics

Outils

DEK solder paste printer

GKG solder paste printer

Fuji chip shooter / placement machine

BTU reflow ovens

Description du poste

Job Summary

The Associate Engineer – Equipment Engineering (R&D SMT) supports research, development, and engineering builds by setting up and optimizing SMT equipment for prototype and new product development. This role focuses on enabling flexible, accurate, and timely build execution while working closely with R&D, process, and product engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up SMT equipment to support R&D activities, prototype builds, and engineering validation runs

• Prepare machines for new product trials, including:

  • Program setup and verification

  • Feeder preparation and component validation

  • Line configuration for experimental builds

• Provide hands-on support during engineering builds

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement solutions to support fast-paced development cycles

• Collaborate with R&D and Process Engineers to:

  • Optimize equipment setup for new designs

  • Support process trials and experiments

• Perform product changeovers and ensure setup accuracy for low-volume, high-mix environments

• Maintain SMT equipment in a ready and flexible state for frequent build changes

• Support equipment evaluation, trials, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Document setup configurations, learnings, and best practices from development builds

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline.

• 2–5 years of experience in SMT equipment engineering, NPI, or R&D support

• Experience supporting engineering builds or prototype environments preferred

• Hands-on experience with SMT equipment, including:

  • DEK and GKG solder paste printers

  • Fuji chip shooter / placement machines

  • BTU reflow ovens

• Strong understanding of:

  • Equipment setup and changeover

  • Troubleshooting during build execution

• Familiarity with SPI and AOI systems is an advantage

• Strong problem-solving skills in dynamic and fast-changing environments

• Flexibility and adaptability to support frequent engineering changes

• Good communication and teamwork with R&D and cross-functional teams

• Hands-on, proactive, and detail-oriented approach

• Experience in R&D, prototyping, or NPI environments, exposure to high-mix, low-volume manufacturing and knowledge of SMT processes and quality considerations is preferred