Electronic Technician SMT

Hubbell Incorporated; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated in the United States seeks an SMT Manufacturing Technician (Electronics Manufacturing) to support SMT production equipment—solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens. You will perform setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and quality verification to keep PCBA production on schedule.

Requirements include an associate degree or technical certification in electronics or manufacturing, 1–3 years in SMT manufacturing, and experience with SMT equipment (Juki

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, manufacturing technology or related field.
• 1-3 years of SMT or electronics manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating SMT equipment; Juki SMT is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor SMT production equipment including solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and inspection systems.
• Perform machine changeovers, program verification, and first-article inspections.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on SMT equipment.
• Verify material availability and ensure proper component loading and feeder setup.
• Inspect PCB assemblies for quality and conformance to specifications.
• Monitor production yields and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records.
• Follow IPC standards, work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Assist with new product introductions (NPI) and process validation activities.

Skills

SMT experience

Troubleshooting

Reading assembly drawings

Lean manufacturing

IPC/J-STD standards

Education

Associate degree in electronics or manufacturing technology

Tools

Juki SMT equipment

AOI/SPI equipment

Job description

SMT Manufacturing Technician (Electronics Manufacturing)

We are seeking a detail-oriented SMT Manufacturing Technician to support the operation and maintenance of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) production equipment in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. The SMT Manufacturing Technician is responsible for machine setup, operation, troubleshooting, quality verification, and continuous improvement activities to ensure efficient production of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs).

• Set up, operate, and monitor SMT production equipment, including solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and inspection systems.
• Perform machine changeovers, program verification, and first-article inspections.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on SMT equipment.
• Verify material availability and ensure proper component loading and feeder setup.
• Inspect PCB assemblies for quality and conformance to specifications.
• Monitor production yields and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records.
• Follow IPC standards, work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Assist with new product introductions (NPI) and process validation activities.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, manufacturing technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in an SMT or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating SMT equipment and automated assembly machinery. Experience with Juki SMT equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with manufacturing software systems.
• PC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification.

• Experience with Fuji, Yamaha, ASM, Panasonic, Universal, or similar SMT equipment.
• Familiarity with AOI (Automated Optical Inspection), SPI (Solder Paste Inspection), and reflow processes.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.