SMT Process Engineer

Jobot; Huntington (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with company match

Generous PTO & sick leave

Relocation Assistance

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly skilled SMT Process Engineer to support and optimize SMT manufacturing operations in a fast-paced PCB/PCBA environment. This hands-on role focuses on installation, tuning, and process improvements on the production floor to boost yield and efficiency.

You will collaborate with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to drive scalable solutions, validate new equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across SMT operations.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of SMT process engineering in PCB/PCBA manufacturing.
• Expertise in SMT placement equipment and processes, reflow soldering, and thermal profiling.
• Experience with line optimization, yield improvement, and CAPA (corrective and preventive actions).
• Hands-on, floor-based mindset with ability to drive solutions in real time.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize SMT processes, including placement, reflow, and inspection.
• Develop and refine reflow profiles to ensure product quality and process stability.
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues in real time on the production floor.
• Drive line optimization to improve throughput, efficiency, and first-pass yield.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across SMT operations and automation efforts.

Skills

SMT processes

Reflow profiling

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

ITAR compliance

Tools

AOI/X-ray inspection

Job description

Fast growth manufacturer hiring SMT Process Engineer / Relocation assistance available

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer to support and optimize our SMT manufacturing operations within a fast-paced PCB/PCBA environment. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who thrives on the production floor and brings deep expertise across SMT processes, equipment, and continuous improvement.

You will play a critical role in driving process optimization, yield improvements, and operational scalability, while partnering closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO & sick leave
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Annual performance bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Own and optimize SMT manufacturing processes, including placement, reflow, and inspection
• Develop and refine reflow profiles to ensure product quality and process stability
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues in real time on the production floor
• Drive line optimization efforts to improve throughput, efficiency, and first-pass yield
• Analyze defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives across SMT operations
• Support process automation and modernization efforts to enhance scalability
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges
• Assist in validation and implementation of new equipment, materials, and processes

Required Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of SMT process engineering experience within PCB/PCBA manufacturing
• Strong expertise in:
• SMT placement equipment and processes
• Reflow soldering & thermal profiling
• Troubleshooting SMT line issues and defects
• Proven experience with:
• Line optimization and process improvements
• Yield improvement initiatives
• Manufacturing data analysis and root cause problem solving
• Hands‑on, floor‑based mindset with the ability to drive solutions in real time
• Experience supporting automation and production scaling efforts
• ITAR eligibility required; experience working in an ITAR-regulated environment is a strong plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environments
• Exposure to AOI/X-ray inspection systems
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams

What Makes This Role Unique

• Highly hands‑on, floor-facing engineering role
• Opportunity to directly impact production efficiency and product quality
• Involvement in scaling and modernizing manufacturing operations
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration with leadership visibility

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