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# SMT Engineer

- **Company:** H.R. ON DEMAND LLC
- **Location:** Hutto, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Statistical Process Control (SPC), Software Troubleshooting
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75257104-smt-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * 3+ years of SMT process engineering experience in electronics manufacturing
 * Hands-on experience with SMT equipment (pick-and-place, reflow, AOI/SPI) and process optimization
 * Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
 * Familiarity with SPC, DOE, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
 * Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with high-speed/high-density PCB assembly (e.g., transceiver, optics, or RF modules)
 * Lean Six Sigma certification
 * Experience supporting new facility start-up or production line ramp-up
 * Mandarin proficiency (collaboration with Taiwan-based teams)

Job Type: Full-time, * Surface mount technology: 2 years (Required)

## Description

The SMT Engineer will own and optimize surface mount technology (SMT) processes for PCB assembly, ensuring high-quality, high-yield production of transceiver module circuit boards. This role covers process setup, equipment programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across the SMT line., * Set up, program, and optimize SMT equipment (printers, pick-and-place, reflow ovens, AOI/SPI systems) for new and existing product builds

 * Develop and maintain SMT process parameters (stencil design, reflow profiles, placement programs) to meet quality and yield targets
 * Troubleshoot line issues (solder defects, placement errors, component misalignment) and drive root cause corrective actions
 * Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing process flows and validating first-article builds
 * Monitor SMT yield, first-pass rate, and defect metrics; lead continuous improvement initiatives (SPC, DOE, Lean/Six Sigma)
 * Partner with quality engineering on failure analysis, IPC-A-610 standards compliance, and customer escalations
 * Coordinate with equipment/facilities teams on preventive maintenance and equipment qualification
 * Train and support SMT operators/technicians on process standards and best practices


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