Junior PCB Process Engineer

Emerald Technologies; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, andvision

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spend

401K with company matching

PTO for rest and relaxation

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive work environment

Employee training and development

Community service initiatives

Employee appreciation and events

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Referral program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Emerald Technologies in Brea, CA seeks a Jr. Process Engineer to support process improvements, refine manufacturing methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency and quality in the PCBA production environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in process engineering within manufacturing, with knowledge of PCBs/PCBAs and SMT equipment. This role offers growth in a dynamic EMS setting with strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in process engineering within manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of PCBs and PCBA assemblies.
• Familiarity with SMT/PCBA production equipment such as screen printers, reflow ovens, pick-and-place machines, and through-hole automation.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand assembly techniques for through-hole, surface-mount, and mixed-technology builds.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Support process improvements and assist in developing new or updated manufacturing processes to meet production goals.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify opportunities for optimization, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Assist in creating and maintaining process documentation, including process flow diagrams, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot process issues and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment, tools, and technologies.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments to ensure safe and compliant manufacturing practices.
• Train and support production personnel on process improvements, equipment operation, and best-practice assembly techniques.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Data-driven decisions

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Screen printers

Reflow ovens

Pick-and-place machines

Through-hole automation

Job description

Emerald Technologies in Brea, CA seeks a Jr. Process Engineer to support process improvements, refine manufacturing methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency and quality in the PCBA production environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in process engineering within manufacturing, with knowledge of PCBs/PCBAs and SMT equipment. This role offers growth in a dynamic EMS setting with strong teamwork.