SMT Process Engineer: Yield, Optimization & NPI

Bitdeer Technologies Group; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bitdeer Technologies Group in Sparks, NV is seeking a Process Engineer (SMT) to develop, optimize, and maintain SMT production processes, ensuring product quality and line efficiency across the assembly line.

You will lead process development, drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis, SPC, and collaborate with R&D, maintenance, and QA to enable smooth NPI and robust process stability.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline as listed.
• 3–5+ years in a detailed manufacturing environment with SMT exposure.
• Knowledge of core SMT processes: solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, AOI/AXI.
• Strong analytic and data-driven problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with DFM/ DFA principles and Lean/Six Sigma is a plus.
• Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new SMT production processes to meet design specs.
• Continuously analyze and optimize SMT processes to maximize yield.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues; execute corrective actions.
• Conduct process capability studies and apply SPC across assembly operations.
• Collaborate with R&D, Equipment Maintenance, and QA for NPI and stability.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Provide training and day-to-day support to SMT operators and technicians.
• Stay current with industry SMT advances and equipment improvements.

Skills

SMT processes knowledge

Root cause analysis

Process optimization

Data-driven problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science

Tools

Solder paste printer

AOI/AXI inspection

Pick-and-place equipment

Reflow soldering equipment

Job description

Bitdeer Technologies Group in Sparks, NV is seeking a Process Engineer (SMT) to develop, optimize, and maintain SMT production processes, ensuring product quality and line efficiency across the assembly line.

You will lead process development, drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis, SPC, and collaborate with R&D, maintenance, and QA to enable smooth NPI and robust process stability.