{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dc5f7a89ac585df2315f2192","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc5f7a89ac585df2315f2192","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc5f7a89ac585df2315f2192","title":"Process Engineer","description":"Join Our Team as an Process Engineer at SMTC\nCompany Overview\nAt SMTC Corporation, we are driven by a clear purpose: \"We believe we enhance people's lives and our world every day.\" Our vision is to be an inspiring organization that earns the trust and admiration of our customers. As the best-in-class EMS provider, we strive to achieve the highest industry returns, driven by our passionate and dedicated employees.\n\nBenefits Highlights\n\nPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidays\n\nComprehensive Medical HRA Plan\n\nCompetitive salary package with 401K and company match\n\nTuition reimbursement for professional development\n\nShort-term/Long-term Disability Insurance, and more.\n\nSummary\nThe Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining high-complexity manufacturing processes, with a primary focus on conformal coating operations for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). This role serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for conformal coating processes, driving standardization, process capability, and continuous improvement. The position supports day-to-day production, resolves customer and assembly-specific issues, and ensures process designs achieve the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and reliability. This role also influences next-generation customer designs and supports new product introduction (NPI) activities.\n\nEssential Functions\n\nDevelops and ensures manufacturing processes are robust, error-proofed, and simple to perform across assigned process areas.\n\nTroubleshoot equipment issues related to spray patterns, nozzle performance, and material flow.\n\nEnsure proper maintenance and calibration of coating equipment. Routinely analyzes performance data and leads improvement initiatives to improve quality, cost, and delivery.\n\nSupports Manufacturing and helps ensure daily production targets are met.\n\nReviews customer Product Change Notices (PCN’s). Assures that all changes are properly captured and accounted for.\n\nPrepares Equipment Work Instructions, detailed reports, and other documentation as required.\n\nSupports New Product Introduction (NPI) launch activities.\n\nAttend conferences, seminars, and training as required.\n\nProvides training to other Engineers, Technicians, and Operators as required.\n\nSupports the development of a safe, ergonomic, and environmentally sound workplace.\n\nSupports and adheres to the Quality Management System\n\nTechnical Expertise: Conformal Coating\n\nServe as the subject matter expert (SME) for conformal coating processes supporting printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs).\n\nDevelop, qualify, and implement conformal coating processes, including masking, manual spray, brush application, selective coating, touch-up, and rework.\n\nSelect and validate appropriate coating materials (acrylic, urethane, silicone, parylene) based on customer specifications and product requirements.\n\nOptimize coating application parameters, including thickness, coverage, and curing profiles, to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards.\n\nProvide technical leadership and support for both automated selective coating equipment and manual coating operations.\n\nEstablish, monitor, and continuously improve process performance, ensuring high reliability and consistent product quality.\n\nEnsure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality management systems.\n\nLead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for coating-related defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.\n\nCollaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to drive process improvements and resolve production issues.\n\nSupport new product introduction (NPI) by defining coating requirements, processes, and acceptance criteria.\n\nQualifications\n\nEducation: BS Degree in a related Engineering discipline required.\n\nCertifications: Lean and/or Six Sigma Certification preferred. SMTA Certified Process Engineer preferred.\n\nExperience: 3+ years’ experience as a conformal coating process engineer. Must have excellent problem‑solving skills and possess good analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Experience with customers in identifying and suggesting DFx opportunities. Must have solid process engineering experience in the printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) industry in a high reliability environment; contract manufacturing experience a plus. Experience should include working with all component types – SMT, Thru‑hole, Press Fit etc. Processes such as SMT Pick and Place, Manual & Auto Insertion for Thru‑hole, Press/Router operations, Solder rework, Thermal profiling, Automatic Optical Inspection, Aqueous Cleaners, and X‑Ray. Experience with RoHS and familiar with IPC‑610 and J‑STD‑001 workmanship standards. Strong leadership and coaching/mentoring skills. Strong organizational and communication skills – written and verbal. Must demonstrate flexibility, self‑direction, and self‑discipline to plan and accomplish objectives and meet deadlines with limited supervision. Exhibits a “Can‑Do” attitude and actively seeks for solutions to problems; demonstrates professionalism and effective collaboration in team environments.\n\nPhysical Requirements\n\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while analyzing data and preparing reports.\n\nAbility to visually inspect components and equipment, including small or detailed features.\n\nRegularly moves within the manufacturing floor to evaluate processes and provide technical support.\n\nFrequently operates tools and equipment, including those used in printed circuit board assembly processes such as SMT, Thru‑hole, and inspection devices.\n\nOccasionally positions self to access or adjust manufacturing equipment and fixtures.\n\nOccasionally moves and transports equipment or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.\n\nMental Requirements\n\nAbility to analyze complex manufacturing processes and identify root causes of technical issues.\n\nApply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot equipment, materials, and process variability.\n\nInterprets technical data, engineering drawings, and quality standards to make informed decisions.\n\nManages multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment with shifting demands.\n\nMaintains attention to detail while working on high‑reliability products with strict quality requirements.\n\nExercises sound judgment when implementing process changes that may impact production, cost, or customer requirements.\n\nCommunicates technical concepts clearly to cross‑functional teams with varying levels of expertise.\n\nDemonstrates adaptability and continuous learning in response to evolving technologies and customer needs.\n\nWork Environment\nWork is performed within an electronics manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to moderate noise levels, fluctuating temperatures, and proximity to production equipment, soldering operations, and automated machinery. Duties may require standing, walking, bending, or repetitive motions for extended periods, as well as lifting or moving materials as job responsibilities dictate. Employees may enter clean or controlled areas and are required to follow all environmental, safety, ESD, and equipment‑handling procedures. This includes the use of SMTC‑provided ESD‑safe items such as foot straps, wrist straps, and smocks when working in designated areas. Employees must be able to remain attentive and compliant with all operational, safety, and quality requirements while working on or near the production floor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nTravel\n0-10% of the time based on business needs.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Smtc","rawCompany":"smtc","city":"Melbourne","state":"FL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T04:15:42.690Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.00","title":"Industrial Engineers","slug":"industrial-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"332812","title":"Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers","slug":"metal-coating-engraving-except-jewelry-and-silverware-and-allied-services-to-manufacturers"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Process Engineer","description":"Join Our Team as an Process Engineer at SMTC\nCompany Overview\nAt SMTC Corporation, we are driven by a clear purpose: \"We believe we enhance people's lives and our world every day.\" Our vision is to be an inspiring organization that earns the trust and admiration of our customers. As the best-in-class EMS provider, we strive to achieve the highest industry returns, driven by our passionate and dedicated employees.\n\nBenefits Highlights\n\nPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidays\n\nComprehensive Medical HRA Plan\n\nCompetitive salary package with 401K and company match\n\nTuition reimbursement for professional development\n\nShort-term/Long-term Disability Insurance, and more.\n\nSummary\nThe Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining high-complexity manufacturing processes, with a primary focus on conformal coating operations for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). This role serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for conformal coating processes, driving standardization, process capability, and continuous improvement. The position supports day-to-day production, resolves customer and assembly-specific issues, and ensures process designs achieve the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and reliability. This role also influences next-generation customer designs and supports new product introduction (NPI) activities.\n\nEssential Functions\n\nDevelops and ensures manufacturing processes are robust, error-proofed, and simple to perform across assigned process areas.\n\nTroubleshoot equipment issues related to spray patterns, nozzle performance, and material flow.\n\nEnsure proper maintenance and calibration of coating equipment. Routinely analyzes performance data and leads improvement initiatives to improve quality, cost, and delivery.\n\nSupports Manufacturing and helps ensure daily production targets are met.\n\nReviews customer Product Change Notices (PCN’s). Assures that all changes are properly captured and accounted for.\n\nPrepares Equipment Work Instructions, detailed reports, and other documentation as required.\n\nSupports New Product Introduction (NPI) launch activities.\n\nAttend conferences, seminars, and training as required.\n\nProvides training to other Engineers, Technicians, and Operators as required.\n\nSupports the development of a safe, ergonomic, and environmentally sound workplace.\n\nSupports and adheres to the Quality Management System\n\nTechnical Expertise: Conformal Coating\n\nServe as the subject matter expert (SME) for conformal coating processes supporting printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs).\n\nDevelop, qualify, and implement conformal coating processes, including masking, manual spray, brush application, selective coating, touch-up, and rework.\n\nSelect and validate appropriate coating materials (acrylic, urethane, silicone, parylene) based on customer specifications and product requirements.\n\nOptimize coating application parameters, including thickness, coverage, and curing profiles, to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards.\n\nProvide technical leadership and support for both automated selective coating equipment and manual coating operations.\n\nEstablish, monitor, and continuously improve process performance, ensuring high reliability and consistent product quality.\n\nEnsure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality management systems.\n\nLead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for coating-related defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.\n\nCollaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to drive process improvements and resolve production issues.\n\nSupport new product introduction (NPI) by defining coating requirements, processes, and acceptance criteria.\n\nQualifications\n\nEducation: BS Degree in a related Engineering discipline required.\n\nCertifications: Lean and/or Six Sigma Certification preferred. 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Must demonstrate flexibility, self‑direction, and self‑discipline to plan and accomplish objectives and meet deadlines with limited supervision. Exhibits a “Can‑Do” attitude and actively seeks for solutions to problems; demonstrates professionalism and effective collaboration in team environments.\n\nPhysical Requirements\n\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while analyzing data and preparing reports.\n\nAbility to visually inspect components and equipment, including small or detailed features.\n\nRegularly moves within the manufacturing floor to evaluate processes and provide technical support.\n\nFrequently operates tools and equipment, including those used in printed circuit board assembly processes such as SMT, Thru‑hole, and inspection devices.\n\nOccasionally positions self to access or adjust manufacturing equipment and fixtures.\n\nOccasionally moves and transports equipment or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.\n\nMental Requirements\n\nAbility to analyze complex manufacturing processes and identify root causes of technical issues.\n\nApply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot equipment, materials, and process variability.\n\nInterprets technical data, engineering drawings, and quality standards to make informed decisions.\n\nManages multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment with shifting demands.\n\nMaintains attention to detail while working on high‑reliability products with strict quality requirements.\n\nExercises sound judgment when implementing process changes that may impact production, cost, or customer requirements.\n\nCommunicates technical concepts clearly to cross‑functional teams with varying levels of expertise.\n\nDemonstrates adaptability and continuous learning in response to evolving technologies and customer needs.\n\nWork Environment\nWork is performed within an electronics manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to moderate noise levels, fluctuating temperatures, and proximity to production equipment, soldering operations, and automated machinery. Duties may require standing, walking, bending, or repetitive motions for extended periods, as well as lifting or moving materials as job responsibilities dictate. Employees may enter clean or controlled areas and are required to follow all environmental, safety, ESD, and equipment‑handling procedures. This includes the use of SMTC‑provided ESD‑safe items such as foot straps, wrist straps, and smocks when working in designated areas. Employees must be able to remain attentive and compliant with all operational, safety, and quality requirements while working on or near the production floor. 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