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This role ensures process stability, yield improvement, and product quality through hands‑on engineering support, data‑driven analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration.\n\nThe engineer will play a key role in New Product Introduction (NPI), process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives to support advanced electronic manufacturing programs.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevelop, configure, and optimize SMT manufacturing processes from NPI through mass production, ensuring readiness for scale and quality targets.\n\nDrive yield improvement and process stability across SMT lines, including stencil printing, placement, reflow, and inspection.\n\nPerform root cause analysis (RCA) on SMT defects (e.g., bridging, tombstoning, voiding, insufficient solder) and implement corrective and preventive actions.\n\nSupport SMT line setup, validation, and qualification, including process parameter development and DOE.\n\nCollaborate with Design and NPI teams to perform Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and ensure smooth product launches.\n\nEstablish and maintain process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, PFMEA, and control plans.\n\nMonitor key performance metrics (yield, defect rate, cycle time, OEE) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nSupport line balancing, capacity analysis, and throughput optimization to improve production efficiency.\n\nProvide technical support and training to production teams on SMT processes, equipment, and best practices.\n\nWork closely with Quality and Test Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues and improve product reliability.\n\nEvaluate and implement new materials, equipment, and process technologies to enhance manufacturing capability.\n\nSupport customer audits, line tours, and technical discussions as needed.\n\nTechnical Skills\n\nSMT equipment experience, including pick‑and‑place systems, screen printers, reflow ovens, and AOI/SPI inspection systems.\n\nDeep understanding of SMT processes such as solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, and inspection/defect analysis.\n\nExperience with root cause analysis (5 Whys, 8D, Fishbone).\n\nDesign of Experiments (DOE).\n\nProcess validation and qualification.\n\nYield and defect reduction strategies.\n\nFamiliarity with IPC standards (IPC‑A‑610, J‑STD‑001).\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).\n\nExperience with CAD/CAM, MES/SFC, or process simulation tools is a plus.\n\nPreferred Skills\n\nStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills with hands‑on troubleshooting ability.\n\nAbility to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment.\n\nStrong ownership, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.\n\nExcellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.\n\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and support production needs.\n\nExperience in high‑volume PCBA or server manufacturing environments.\n\nExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.\n\nIPC certification (IPC‑A‑610, J‑STSMT D‑001).\n\nExperience supporting NPI builds and ramp‑to‑production environments.\n\nExperience with failure analysis techniques (cross‑section, dye & pry, X‑ray, etc.).\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.\n\n3+ years of experience in SMT process engineering or PCBA manufacturing environment.\n\nHands‑on experience supporting SMT production lines and equipment.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Peak Technical","rawCompany":"peak technical","city":"San Jose","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T04:17:19.652Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"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":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"334413","title":"Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing","slug":"semiconductor-and-related-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SMT Process Engineer","description":"#Eng-IT-01\n\nThe SMT Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) processes to support PCBA manufacturing. 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