SPI / AOI Process Engineer (Bilingual Mandarin)

Foxconn Industrial Internet; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet is seeking an SPI/AOI Process Engineer in San Jose, CA. You will develop and optimize SPI and AOI programs for NPI and production builds, using Koh Young and TRI systems, and work to maximize defect detection while minimizing false calls.

The role requires hands-on experience with offline programming stations and supporting a high‑mix EMS environment. You will analyze SPI data, establish process control limits, troubleshoot solder printing issues, train technicians,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of SMT manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of SPI programming experience.
• 2+ years of AOI programming experience.
• Experience with offline programming stations.
• Experience supporting high-mix EMS manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with TRI and Koh Young systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize SPI and AOI programs for NPI and production builds.
• Analyze SPI measurement data and SPC trends.
• Establish SPI process control limits and alarm thresholds.
• Troubleshoot solder printing issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Optimize AOI libraries and component databases.
• Reduce false calls while maintaining defect detection effectiveness.
• Support first article inspection and NPI qualification.
• Analyze AOI escape defects and improve detection capability.
• Train technicians and operators on AOI/SPI systems.

Skills

SPI programming

AOI programming

SMT manufacturing

TRI systems

Koh Young

Education

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Offline programming stations

Koh Young systems

TRI systems

Job description

Job Title: SPI / AOI Process Engineer

Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Job Summary

The SPI / AOI Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, maintaining, and continuously improving Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) programs for SMT manufacturing. The engineer will support NPI and mass production activities using Koh Young and TRI systems, ensuring defect detection effectiveness while minimizing false calls and maximizing production yield.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of SMT manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of SPI programming experience.
• 2+ years of AOI programming experience.
• Experience with offline programming stations.
• Experience supporting high-mix EMS manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with TRI and Koh Young systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Basic Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills (MS Office)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize SPI and AOI programs for NPI and production builds.
• Analyze SPI measurement data and SPC trends.
• Establish SPI process control limits and alarm thresholds.
• Troubleshoot solder printing issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Optimize AOI libraries and component databases.
• Reduce false calls while maintaining defect detection effectiveness.
• Support first article inspection and NPI qualification.
• Analyze AOI escape defects and improve detection capability.
• Train technicians and operators on AOI/SPI systems.

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.