Process Engineer - Electronics Manufacturing

Drive SMT process performance and manufacturing excellence across automated electronics production lines in Essex, CT.

Responsibilities

• Lead SMT process optimization and manufacturing excellence initiatives
• Develop, optimize, and sustain SMT manufacturing processes on automated production lines
• Support advanced electronics manufacturing operations and continuous improvement efforts
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues tied to surface mount assembly
• Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and process validation activities
• Analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements to increase yield and productivity
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve technical challenges
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing and root cause analysis methodologies
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards
• Support stencil design, solder paste optimization, reflow profiling, and component placement processes
• Lead corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing defects and process variation
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, and automation technologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience supporting SMT, PCB assembly, or electronics manufacturing operations
• Strong understanding of soldering processes and manufacturing systems, including reflow ovens, AOI, SPI, and SMT equipment
• Proven experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and driving yield improvements
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and root cause analysis methodologies
• Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics manufacturing best practices
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Technologies

• SMT
• PCB assembly
• Soldering processes
• Reflow ovens
• AOI
• SPI
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• SPC
• IPC standards
• Stencil design
• Solder paste optimization
• Reflow profiling
• Component placement processes
• Root cause analysis methodologies

Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits

Location: Essex, CT (onsite)
Employment type: Permanent
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub sector: Production, Manufacturing
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Consultant: Sara Pena
Job reference: JN-102026-7138134