PCBA Process Engineer
Core
Develop, implement, and document production processes for electronic assembly manufacturing, specifically focusing on SMT programs and automated machine programming.
Role type
PCBA Process Engineer
Builds
Electronic assemblies (PCBA)
Domain
Electronics Manufacturing / Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
SMT program administration, automated machine programming (placement, screen print, optical inspection, dispensing), CAD data interpretation, Gerber/Fab drawing usage, process diagnosis and corrective action, capacity planning support, documentation generation
Preferred skills
Automated equipment operation, electronic assembly techniques (soldering, mechanical assembly, point-to-point wiring)
Technologies
Fabmaster, CAD, Gerber files, Centroid data, AOI, X-ray, Screen Printers, Ovens, Placement machines
Responsibilities
Administer SMT programs for accuracy, diagnose placement and process issues, balance lines for optimal placement rates, generate setup documentation, maintain program and part data libraries, perform maintenance duties
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC