{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"08fed4210a2b0344d88edc19","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/08fed4210a2b0344d88edc19","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/08fed4210a2b0344d88edc19","title":"NPI SMT Process Engineer","description":"Description\nNorth Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.\n\nNAI is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event days and an employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work.\n\nSummary\nAs the NPI SMT Process Engineer, you lead the development, optimization, and transition of new PCBAs into manufacturing within a high-mix, low-volume electronics environment at North Atlantic Industries. With a minimum of five years of experience, you serve as a technical liaison between Engineering and Production, ensuring scalable, high-reliability SMT processes that support advanced defense, aerospace, and industrial electronics.\n\nRequirements\n\nLead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for SMT-based electronic assemblies in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, from prototype builds through full-rate production.\n\nServe as the primary technical liaison between Design Engineering and Production, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the NPI lifecycle.\n\nDevelop, validate, and document robust SMT manufacturing processes including solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, and automated inspection (AOI/X-ray).\n\nWork with Design Engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) reviews to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing.\n\nDefine and recommend tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements to support complex SMT and mixed-technology PCB assemblies.\n\nRun NPI manufacturing line on pilot, and low-volume production builds, resolving issues and optimizing the process before handing off to Production.\n\nWork with Quality and Process Engineering to improve yield and product reliability.\n\nMake technical recommendations on the procurement of new SMT equipment and technologies to keep pace with new design requirements and industry advancements.\n\nEnsure compliance with IPC standards, internal quality systems, and applicable customer and regulatory requirements.\n\nCandidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), and must be able to provide appropriate documentation upon hire to verify this status. Please note that some positions involve sensitive customer contracts and require U.S. citizenship as a condition of employment.\n\nQualifications and Education Requirements\n\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n\nMinimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience supporting SMT and PCBA manufacturing.\n\nDemonstrated experience working in a high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing setting.\n\nProven experience supporting NPI SMT builds and transitioning high-reliability electronic products into production.\n\nSolid understanding of PCB fabrication, component packaging, and electronic assembly processes.\n\nDemonstrated ability to work as a collaborative team player across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.\n\nWorking knowledge of IPC standards such as IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, and IPC-7351.\n\nPreferred Skills\n\nExperience operating and programming Mycronic pick-and-place equipment in a production or NPI environment.\n\nFamiliarity with solder paste jet printing technologies and process development.\n\nSelective Solder programming experience\n\nExperience with Allegro PCB Design software\n\nWorking Environment\n\nThis role is based in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume electronics manufacturing environment and will require time on the production floor supporting SMT lines, prototype builds, and troubleshooting activities.\n\nNorth Atlantic Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to delivering high-reliability electronic systems through engineering excellence and disciplined manufacturing processes.\n\nNorth Atlantic Industries offers comprehensive and competitive packages including:\nBenefits\n\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n\nCompany-provided Life and AD&D Insurance\n\nVoluntary Supplemental Life Insurance\n\nLong-term Disability Insurance\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\n401(K) with company matching contributions\n\nVacation, holidays, sick\n\nEmployee tuition reimbursement\n\nAnnual bonus eligibility\n\nOpportunities for learning and career development\n\nWork Schedule and Environment\n\nMonday to Friday, Day Shift\n\nDiscretionary 9/80 Schedule\n\nBusiness casual dress code\n\nNAI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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With a minimum of five years of experience, you serve as a technical liaison between Engineering and Production, ensuring scalable, high-reliability SMT processes that support advanced defense, aerospace, and industrial electronics.\n\nRequirements\n\nLead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for SMT-based electronic assemblies in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, from prototype builds through full-rate production.\n\nServe as the primary technical liaison between Design Engineering and Production, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the NPI lifecycle.\n\nDevelop, validate, and document robust SMT manufacturing processes including solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, and automated inspection (AOI/X-ray).\n\nWork with Design Engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) reviews to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing.\n\nDefine and recommend tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements to support complex SMT and mixed-technology PCB assemblies.\n\nRun NPI manufacturing line on pilot, and low-volume production builds, resolving issues and optimizing the process before handing off to Production.\n\nWork with Quality and Process Engineering to improve yield and product reliability.\n\nMake technical recommendations on the procurement of new SMT equipment and technologies to keep pace with new design requirements and industry advancements.\n\nEnsure compliance with IPC standards, internal quality systems, and applicable customer and regulatory requirements.\n\nCandidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), and must be able to provide appropriate documentation upon hire to verify this status. Please note that some positions involve sensitive customer contracts and require U.S. citizenship as a condition of employment.\n\nQualifications and Education Requirements\n\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n\nMinimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience supporting SMT and PCBA manufacturing.\n\nDemonstrated experience working in a high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing setting.\n\nProven experience supporting NPI SMT builds and transitioning high-reliability electronic products into production.\n\nSolid understanding of PCB fabrication, component packaging, and electronic assembly processes.\n\nDemonstrated ability to work as a collaborative team player across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.\n\nWorking knowledge of IPC standards such as IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, and IPC-7351.\n\nPreferred Skills\n\nExperience operating and programming Mycronic pick-and-place equipment in a production or NPI environment.\n\nFamiliarity with solder paste jet printing technologies and process development.\n\nSelective Solder programming experience\n\nExperience with Allegro PCB Design software\n\nWorking Environment\n\nThis role is based in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume electronics manufacturing environment and will require time on the production floor supporting SMT lines, prototype builds, and troubleshooting activities.\n\nNorth Atlantic Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to delivering high-reliability electronic systems through engineering excellence and disciplined manufacturing processes.\n\nNorth Atlantic Industries offers comprehensive and competitive packages including:\nBenefits\n\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n\nCompany-provided Life and AD&D Insurance\n\nVoluntary Supplemental Life Insurance\n\nLong-term Disability Insurance\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\n401(K) with company matching contributions\n\nVacation, holidays, sick\n\nEmployee tuition reimbursement\n\nAnnual bonus eligibility\n\nOpportunities for learning and career development\n\nWork Schedule and Environment\n\nMonday to Friday, Day Shift\n\nDiscretionary 9/80 Schedule\n\nBusiness casual dress code\n\nNAI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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