Senior SMT Manufacturing Engineer - High-Reliability

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA, seeks an experienced engineer to shape electronics manufacturing, focusing on SMT and mixed-technology assembly from concept to production. You will develop reflow profiles, engineer SMT tooling, and program automation equipment to deliver flawless hardware for mission-critical programs.

The role requires 5+ years in electronics manufacturing with SMT expertise, strong CAD and data-driven problem solving, and the ability to mentor junior engineers in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electronics manufacturing with SMT expertise or related field.
• Advanced reflow, tooling design, and factory automation programming experience.
• Proven success driving program improvements in high reliability environments.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD programs to create product concepts.
• Gather materials needed to design the product.
• Test the product for usability and safety.
• Oversee manufacturing and production to set standards.
• Propose solutions and adapt to changing requirements.
• Provide design/process modifications based on data and results.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

SMT expertise

CAD skills

Statistical background

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA, seeks an experienced engineer to shape electronics manufacturing, focusing on SMT and mixed-technology assembly from concept to production. You will develop reflow profiles, engineer SMT tooling, and program automation equipment to deliver flawless hardware for mission-critical programs.

The role requires 5+ years in electronics manufacturing with SMT expertise, strong CAD and data-driven problem solving, and the ability to mentor junior engineers in a fast-paced