Senior SMT Equipment Engineer for Manufacturing Automation

Celestica Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. is seeking a capable Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment to drive the development, installation, and optimization of SMT manufacturing lines at the Fort Worth facility.

You will own end-to-end equipment deployment, champion lean manufacturing practices, and collaborate with process engineering to meet stringent quality and productivity targets, including OEE improvements and asset management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Automation) or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant engineering experience in high‑volume manufacturing with automation and SMT lines.
• Experience in vendor management and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation sourcing, procurement, and implementation of standard/new automation setups.
• Oversee end‑to‑end line installation and qualification for multiple SMT lines.
• Drive project roadmaps using URS, DFAA, and PM workbooks.
• Lead validation activities (FAT/SAT) and resolve complex technical issues.
• Plan hardware/software improvements using OEE data and process metrics.
• Maintain infrastructure and global spare parts for multiple machines.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering to ensure equipment meets quality requirements.
• Manage stakeholder communication with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma and 5S to eliminate waste and boost line efficiency.
• Demonstrate SMT lifecycle expertise across P&P, AOI, SPI, and inspection tools.
• Lead multi‑million‑dollar equipment deployments and cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Automation engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis (SPC)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Pick and Place systems

AOI

SPI

Reflow ovens

ICT

X-Ray inspection

Job description

Celestica Inc. is seeking a capable Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment to drive the development, installation, and optimization of SMT manufacturing lines at the Fort Worth facility.

You will own end-to-end equipment deployment, champion lean manufacturing practices, and collaborate with process engineering to meet stringent quality and productivity targets, including OEE improvements and asset management.