Process Engineer in San Jose

Energy Jobline ZR; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Energy Jobline ZR in San Jose, CA, is seeking an experienced PCBA Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize PCBA processes, including solder paste application, pick and place, and reflow soldering. You will collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability while driving process control, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires hands-on testing, data analysis, and strong documentation discipline, with adherence to ESD and safety

Qualifications

• Develop and optimize PCBA manufacturing processes for reliable production.
• Ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness with cross-functional teams.
• Define process control methods and maintain documentation and compliance.
• Lead quality control tests, inspections, and CAPA with QA teams.
• Monitor KPIs like yield, cycle time, and defect rate for improvement.
• Investigate issues and implement corrective actions to minimize failures.

Responsabilités

• Develop and optimize PCBA manufacturing processes including solder paste, pick and place, reflow, and inspection.
• Evaluate equipment, tools, and technologies to improve productivity and yield.
• Define and implement process control methodologies and maintain work instructions.
• Develop QC measures; conduct tests, inspections, and audits to resolve non-conformities.
• Monitor KPIs such as yield, cycle time, and defect rate to drive improvements.
• Investigate PCBA process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and technical support to production teams on PCBA processes.
• Collaborate with design, component, and manufacturing teams for DFM considerations.
• Ensure ESD protocols and safety regulations are followed.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency and quality.

Connaissances

PCBA reflow profiling

Process development

Equipment selection

Process control

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Troubleshooting

Training and support

DFM input

ESD and safety compliance

Outils

Profiling software (ECD/KIK)

Description du poste

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Job Purpose

Skilled and detail-oriented Engineer responsible for developing and optimizing PCBA manufacturing processes. Expertise in equipment, and quality control to contribute to the efficient and reliable production of high-quality electronic products.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop and optimize the PCBA manufacturing processes, including solder paste application, pick and place, reflow soldering, and inspection. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate and suggest appropriate equipment, tools, and technologies for PCBA processes. Collaborate with equipment vendors and evaluate new technologies to improve process efficiency and yield. Optimize equipment settings and parameters for improved productivity and quality.
• Define and implement process control methodologies to ensure consistency and repeatability in PCBA manufacturing. Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, procedures, and specifications. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure the highest level of product quality and reliability. Design and conduct tests, inspections, and process audits to identify and resolve defects, deviations, and non-conformities. Collaborate with quality assurance teams to develop corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to PCBA processes, such as yield, cycle time, and defect rate. Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance overall efficiency and product quality.
• Investigate and resolve PCBA process issues, including equipment malfunctions, material defects, and process variations. Analyze data and implement corrective actions to minimize process failures and improve overall product reliability.
• Provide training and technical support to production teams regarding PCBA processes, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques. Collaborate with operators and technicians to ensure proper process implementation and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with design engineers, component engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of PCBA processes into overall product development and production. Participate in design reviews and provide input on design for manufacturability (DFM) considerations.
• Ensure compliance with electrostatic discharge (ESD) protocols and safety regulations in PCBA processes. Implement ESD control measures and educate personnel on proper handling procedures.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Develop and optimize the PCBA reflow profiles with the ECD or KIK profiling software and tools.
• Process Development: Develop and optimize the PCBA manufacturing processes, including solder paste application, pick and place, reflow soldering, and inspection. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Equipment Selection and Optimization: Evaluate and select appropriate equipment, tools, and technologies for PCBA processes. Collaborate with equipment vendors and evaluate new technologies to improve process efficiency and yield. Optimize equipment settings and parameters for improved productivity and quality.
• Process Control and Documentation: Define and implement process control methodologies to ensure consistency and repeatability in PCBA manufacturing. Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, procedures, and specifications. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Quality Control: Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure the highest level of product quality and reliability. Design and conduct tests, inspections, and process audits to identify and resolve defects, deviations, and non-conformities. Collaborate with quality assurance teams to develop corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to PCBA processes, such as yield, cycle time, and defect rate. Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance overall efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve PCBA process issues, including equipment malfunctions, material defects, and process variations. Analyze data and implement corrective actions to minimize process failures and improve overall product reliability.
• Training and Support: Provide training and technical support to production teams regarding PCBA processes, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Collaborate with operators and technicians to ensure proper process implementation and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with design engineers, component engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of PCBA processes into overall product development and production. Participate in design reviews and provide input on design for manufacturability (DFM) considerations.
• ESD and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with electrostatic discharge (ESD) protocols and safety regulations in PCBA processes. Implement ESD control measures and educate personnel on proper handling procedures.

Additional Knowledge and Related Experience Req.:

• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100, IPC/WHMA-A-620D-S space addendum, and regulatory requirements is advantageous.