Process Engineering Technician: Assembly & PCBA Optimization

Sanmina Corporation; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation, a leading EMS provider, seeks a Process Engineering Technician to perform tests and optimize assembly processes across mechanical box build and PCBA workflows in our Carrollton, TX facility. The role supports engineering with data analysis, equipment calibration, and kaizen activities, ensuring high yield, quality, and on-time production.

Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree, 2-year Technical Degree, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical assembly, box build processes, and PCBA manufacturing.
• Ability to work in both a team environment and be self-directed.
• Results and Quality Oriented.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate in both written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Thermal profiling of PCBs through Reflow, Wave, and Selective soldering.
• Programming and configuration of SMT, Wave, Selective, Thru-hole, Press-fit, and Conformal Coating machinery.
• Support and optimize mechanical assembly and box build lines, including setup and validation of pneumatic tools, smart torque systems, and custom assembly fixtures.
• Develop and maintain assembly line layouts, work cells, and material presentation flows to optimize mechanical throughput.
• Run monthly validation of both SMT and mechanical assembly equipment.
• Provide technical support to all projects, perform root cause analysis on electromechanical assembly defects, and work to eliminate failures.
• Develop and provide support to process development, driving continuous improvement (Kaizen/Lean) in existing box build and SMT workflows.
• Monitor all assembly processes with the goal of resolving line stoppages in a timely manner, reducing downtime.
• Coordinate with production teams at all times, maintaining clear and open lines of communication.
• Analyze yield and defect data to improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of the work environment.
• Maintain a database of assembly recipes, torque specifications, thermal profiles, pastes, and fluxes.
• Work with and maintain the CMMS system for preventative maintenance tracking of all assembly assets.
• Handle all chemical requests and evaluations (e.g., adhesives, thermal interface materials, fluxes, potting compounds).
• Repair and maintain mechanical fixtures, assembly jigs, and automated equipment.
• Perform duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Technical testing

Electromechanical assembly

Process documentation

Kaizen/Lean

Root cause analysis

English communication

Education

Associate degree

Technical degree

Tools

SMT machinery

Wave soldering

Selective soldering

Thru-hole equipment

Conformal coating equipment

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Sanmina Corporation, a leading EMS provider, seeks a Process Engineering Technician to perform tests and optimize assembly processes across mechanical box build and PCBA workflows in our Carrollton, TX facility. The role supports engineering with data analysis, equipment calibration, and kaizen activities, ensuring high yield, quality, and on-time production.

Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.