Process Engineer - Electronics Manufacturing- Essex, CT

Michael Page; Essex (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

MPI, a leading electronics manufacturer, seeks an experienced manufacturing engineer to optimize SMT processes, support NPI, and drive yield improvements across automated lines. You will troubleshoot equipment and process issues, collaborate with production, quality, engineering, and maintenance teams, and apply Lean, Six Sigma, and IPC standards to sustain high reliability and productivity.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering and 3+ years in electronics manufacturing, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting SMT, PCB assembly, or electronics manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of soldering processes, reflow ovens, AOI, SPI, and SMT equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and driving yield improvements.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics manufacturing best practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and sustain SMT manufacturing processes across automated production lines.
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues related to surface mount assembly.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process validation activities.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements to increase yield and productivity.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Support stencil design, solder paste optimization, reflow profiling, and component placement processes.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions related to manufacturing defects and process variation.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, and automation technologies.

Skills

SMT manufacturing

Yield optimization

Process troubleshooting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

IPC standards knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AOI

SPI

Reflow ovens

SMT equipment

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a leading electronics manufacturer specializing in complex PCB assemblies and high-reliability electronic products. The organization is focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and investing in advanced manufacturing technologies.

Job Description

• Develop, optimize, and sustain SMT manufacturing processes across automated production lines.
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues related to surface mount assembly.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process validation activities.
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements to increase yield and productivity.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Support stencil design, solder paste optimization, reflow profiling, and component placement processes.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions related to manufacturing defects and process variation.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, and automation technologies.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants

The Successful Applicant

A Successful Applicant Should Have

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting SMT, PCB assembly, or electronics manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of soldering processes, reflow ovens, AOI, SPI, and SMT equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and driving yield improvements.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics manufacturing best practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What's on Offer

• Salary of $85,000 to $100,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7138134